A company owned by Donald Trump is selling sneakers for $299 that show the image of the former US president with blood stains and raising his fist in the air, after suffering an assassination attempt.
The white sneakers are being sold as 'FIGHT FIGHT FIGHT High-Tops' for $299 (274 euros, at the current exchange rate) on a website selling Trump-branded shoes run by CIC Ventures LLC, a company Trump reported possess in its 2023 financial disclosure.
Modelo está à venda por 299 dólares© Reprodução/gettrumpsneakers
The company says the new sneakers are limited edition, with only 5,000 pairs available and expected to ship in September or October. It also states that 10 pairs will be autographed at random.
"This limited edition high-top sneaker, featuring the iconic image of Trump with his fist raised, pays tribute to his unwavering determination and bravery," it reads.
"With only 5,000 pairs available, each one is a true collector's item. Show your support and patriotic pride with these exclusive sneakers, capturing a decisive moment in history", he further highlights.
CIC Ventures is the same company that debuted "Never Surrender High-Tops", a shiny gold sneaker with an American flag detail, for $399 (366 euros).
The sale is yet another sign that the former president's allies intend to capitalize on the way Trump reacted after the shooting at Saturday's rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Trump stood up and threw a fist at the crowd, muttering "fight, fight."
Trump was injured on Saturday during a campaign event in Pennsylvania when a man fired shots toward the stage where the former president was giving a speech. One of the bullets hit the former president's right ear, causing a minor injury.
The governor of the state of Pennsylvania, Josh Shapiro, announced that a former firefighter identified as Corey Comperatore, 50, died while protecting his family from shots fired by Thomas Crooks, 20, who was killed by authorities.
The candidate for a second term in the White House received a hero's welcome Monday at the opening night of the Republican National Convention, appearing visibly emotional with a ligature over his right ear as musician Lee Greenwood sang "God Bless the USA."
Republicans hope these moments will help him pave his way back to the White House as he challenges Democratic President Joe Biden's re-election.
Biden has tried to reassure his own party that he is capable of serving four more years, but there are concerns and calls to nominate another candidate after his debate performance last month.
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