Trump's Stress Levels Worry Democratic Strategist: 'Don't Know How Much Longer He Can Live...'

Democratic strategist James Carville raised concerns about former President Donald Trump‘s health amidst ongoing political stress.

What Happened: Carville, known for his candid remarks, in a recent interview with The Hill, said the ex-president’s legal battles and personal well-being are the sole factors that could potentially hinder his chances of securing the nomination.

He dismissed the notion that anyone aside from Trump is probable to arise as the frontrunner in a GOP primary, asserting that the Republican voter base appears to dislike individuals who stand against Trump.

"First of all, I don't know how much longer he can live at this rate and this kind of stress," Carville said.

"If something happened, he's convicted — I don't know what — I think they hate everybody in the field, and everybody that's run against him, in their mind, is aiding and abetting the enemy."

"The only one with a kind of a halfway smart message is Ramaswamy," Carville said, adding it was "actually more appealing" than Trump's message.

"And his message is kind of, look if something happens to Trump, I'm here for you," he said.

Why It Matters: Trump is grappling with three indictments and numerous federal accusations, including recent charges linked to the 2020 election. With the 2024 election on the horizon, Trump’s legal obligations are intensifying.

Special counsel Jack Smith on Thursday proposed initiating the trial for the former president on Jan. 2, 2024. This trial pertains to the allegations that Trump sought to overturn his defeat in the 2020 election against President Joe Biden.

If this proposal gains approval, the trial date will coincide with the Republican presidential primaries, where Trump now leads as the frontrunner for the nomination. The date is less than two weeks before the commencement of voting in Iowa’s caucuses, scheduled for Jan. 15.

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