In an Oval Office address, President Joe Biden urged Americans to “lower the temperature in our politics” following the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Emphasizing the need for unity, Biden condemned the violence and reiterated that political differences should be resolved at the ballot box, not through violence. He expressed relief that Trump was not seriously injured and called for an independent review of the security at the rally. Biden also highlighted the importance of standing together as Americans, despite political differences.

Biden’s speech follows his earlier remarks condemning the attack and expressing gratitude for Trump’s safety. The President, who is also a candidate in the upcoming election, stressed the importance of unity and condemned political violence.