Watching the news yesterday, I honestly felt a bit dazed. Another assassination attempt on Trump?

And this time, it's being linked to a "Caltech graduate genius," which makes it even harder to understand.

Usually, when such incidents occur, there are certain images that come to mind: extremists, people marginalized by society, individuals with pent-up anger.

But this time, that frame doesn't quite fit. Why would a well-studied, intelligent person make such a choice?

The incident occurred yesterday, Saturday, April 25, 2026, at an event in Washington D.C.

During the attempt to rush through the security checkpoint, a shooting situation unfolded, and fortunately, Trump escaped unharmed.

There have already been two similar incidents in 2024. Once, he even suffered a gunshot wound that grazed his ear.

But the reason this incident feels oddly unsettling is that if the assailant had been just another extremist, I would have thought, "Oh, just another one of those people."

However, the moment the term "Caltech graduate" is attached, it leaves me a bit stunned.

Being a Caltech graduate implies that this person was capable of thought and judgment.

So, is there a public sentiment questioning whether this person was genuinely worried about the "country"? Haha.

Or is it a case where someone is smart but completely misguided?

To be honest, I lean towards the latter. Being smart doesn't always lead to the right choices.

In fact, if one becomes too entrenched in their own logic, it can become more dangerous.

The stronger the conviction of "I am right," the easier it is to justify extreme actions.

Looking at American society today, it is definitely divided. Politics, culture, values are all split, and communication is breaking down.

In such an environment, even intelligent people can fall into the illusion that "I must solve this myself" at some point.

And one more frightening aspect is that such incidents are repeating.

The fact that Trump has faced direct threats three times seems to signal a state of tension that is not just a personal issue but reflects society as a whole.

Historically, there have been cases of U.S. presidents being assassinated, and the memory of that still lingers in this country.

Ultimately, the more important question is, "Why do these events keep happening?"

As society moves towards extremes, individuals are more likely to make extreme choices.

It doesn't matter if that person is a genius or an ordinary individual.

Honestly, it's a bit bitter to realize again that the image of "elites" we have in mind doesn't necessarily match reality.