Kane County Reporter

Senator DeWitte has issued a statement condemning the recent violence directed at former President Donald Trump. In his remarks, DeWitte expressed concern over the current political climate and the extreme measures some individuals may resort to.

“Has our hyper-partisan political climate deteriorated to the point where some think it’s heroic to take the life of any individual with whom they disagree; with an individual who is exercising their constitutional right to run for office or to support a candidate of their choice? Whether you support Donald Trump or not, there is absolutely no place in our political landscape for violence against any political figure. Period," said DeWitte.

He further criticized inflammatory rhetoric that could incite such actions. “It is beyond time for everyone to tone down the rhetoric. Suggesting putting a ‘bullseye’ on the back of any political candidate is reckless, uncalled for, and reprehensible given the current political climate. Let’s see how quickly the U.S. Attorney General’s office jumps to protect the rights of a political candidate who is shot at while exercising his right to run for office while his opponent suggests putting a ‘bullseye’ on him would be a good idea.”

DeWitte's comments come amid heightened tensions and divisive discourse within American politics.