Iran's Assassination Plot Endorses Trump's Success, Says Son

Donald Trump Jr. expressed defiance following reports that Iran planned to assassinate his father, former President Trump, calling it a potential endorsement of his policies and a reflection of his threat to the Iranian regime.

Donald Trump Jr., a vocal surrogate for his father's campaign, exuded confidence and defiance on Tuesday after reports emerged that Iran had plotted to assassinate former President Trump. Speaking on "Hannity," Trump Jr. interpreted the alleged plot as a testament to his father's strength and a reflection of his threat to the Iranian regime.

"I think it's sort of a great endorsement. When people like Iran want to take you out, that probably means it's good for America, bad for Iran," Trump Jr. asserted. "That may be the greatest political endorsement ever. But when that happens, their capabilities are much more than a kid with a rifle."

Iran's Assassination Plot Endorses Trump's Success, Says Son

The comments came following reports based on intelligence received by the Department of Homeland Security from a human source. According to Fox News sources, the plot involved a plan to assassinate former President Trump. Security concerns prompted increased Secret Service protection for Trump in recent weeks.

Trump Jr.'s defiant tone stood in stark contrast to the emotional display he exhibited during his father's first public appearance after the assassination attempt. On Monday, Trump Jr. fought back tears as he welcomed his father to the GOP convention.

Iran's Assassination Plot Endorses Trump's Success, Says Son

"It was allergies," he quipped when asked about the impact of Saturday's attempt on his father's life. "Not a lot of crying in the Trump family, but that moment, it was so heavy. 48 hours later…just the emotion…but also the love that we felt here. What I saw over the last couple days here in Milwaukee was just incredible."

Trump Jr.'s defiance and his interpretation of the alleged plot reflect the unwavering support and admiration he holds for his father. The assassination plot, if proven true, would further intensify security concerns surrounding former President Trump and underscore the perceived threat he poses to his adversaries.

Iran's Assassination Plot Endorses Trump's Success, Says Son

It is important to note that the alleged plot has been denied by Iran's Permanent Mission to the United Nations, which called the allegations "unsubstantiated and malicious." The investigation into the plot is ongoing, and further details may emerge in the future.