"Trump's Escalating Rhetoric Fuels Concerns of Violence"

Former President Donald Trump has been escalating his violent rhetoric against political and legal adversaries as he ramps up his campaign to return to office. In recent statements, Trump suggested that Gen. Mark Milley deserved the death penalty, called for shoplifters to be shot on sight, and mocked Nancy Pelosi's husband in reference to a violent attack. He also made incendiary remarks about New York Attorney General Letitia James and criticized the judge in his ongoing fraud trial. While some supporters back away from his rhetoric, many continue to latch onto and celebrate it, as evidenced by the Jan. 6 Capitol riot and other violent incidents.