In a significant development today, a bomb was discovered near the site of former President Donald Trump’s rally in Long Island, New York, marking the third known attempt on his life in recent days. The explosive device was found in a car by a bomb-sniffing dog working in coordination with the Secret Service and local law enforcement.

This latest incident has raised alarms regarding the increasing political violence directed toward Trump. Many have pointed to the rhetoric from Democrats and sections of the mainstream media, accusing them of fueling anger and hostility that has escalated into physical threats. Critics argue that claims of Trump being a “danger to America” may be inciting such extreme actions.

Had the bomb exploded, it wouldn’t just have threatened Trump’s life, but also the safety of Secret Service agents, local police officers, and innocent civilians attending or near the rally site. Authorities have not yet disclosed details on the suspect or suspects involved in planting the device.

Calls for political rhetoric to be toned down are growing as tensions continue to rise. Security measures are expected to be heightened around all future events involving the former president.

This comes after multiple recent attempts on Trump’s life, further highlighting the dangerous climate of division and violence in the current political landscape. The investigation into the attempted bombing is ongoing.