Assassination Attempt on Trump: An Astrological Retrospective

On July 13, 2024 at 6:11 pm, former President Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Thomas Matthew Crooks shot him in the upper right ear. Crooks fired eight shots, killing one bystander and critically injuring two others. As it turns out, this attempt happened under a particularly intense transit combination. This article will look at the astrological configuration of that day and how the energies applied to Trump’s chart. Further, we will look at the implications for the United States chart, as well.

The Major Transit Combinations That Day

Here is the chart for that day, with key transits highlighted.

Mars and Uranus Conjunct in Taurus

The most prominent transit combination at that time was Mars almost exactly conjunct (merged with) Uranus in Taurus. Here is the general explanation of this combination. Mars conjunct Uranus in Taurus represents a potentially volatile and explosive combination. This aspect brings intense energy and a drive for sudden, radical change. It can manifest in the world as unexpected disruptions, technological breakthroughs, or social upheavals. People may feel a strong urge to break free from constraints, leading to impulsive actions or rebellious behavior. While it can spark innovation and progress, it also requires caution to avoid conflicts arising from sudden, unanticipated events.

You do not get much more radical change than an assassination attempt. Had the attempt succeeded a much more dramatic outcome would have followed. As it turns out, this transit mix was in effect from July 11^th to July 16^th. As astrologers, we could see the disruptive potential approaching, but even we had to wait to see what would unfold.

The Sun in Cancer square the Moon in Libra and Chiron in Aries

There was another prominent collection of transits that day involving the Sun, Moon, and Chiron. Here again is a general explanation the energy combination that happened alongside the Mars/Uranus conjunction. The Sun in Cancer square the Moon in Libra and Chiron in Aries creates significant tension. This configuration represents a clash between emotional needs and social harmony (Sun in Cancer vs. Moon in Libra). Also these two point connect with deep, unresolved wounds around freedom (Chiron in Aries).

This tension manifests in heightened conflicts, as individuals and societies grapple with balancing public security and personal freedom. The square aspect emphasizes challenges and friction, potentially leading to disputes and efforts to heal collective traumas. This day could certainly activate an effort to reconcile and address longstanding issues in some dramatic and aggressive way. It was a perfect astrological storm for the event that happened.

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The Attempt and Donald Trump’s Chart

The next chart to consider is the transits as they apply to Donald Trump’s chart, with key markers highlighted.

Mars conjunct Uranus in Taurus square Natal Mars in Leo in Trump’s Chart

Here’s how to interpret this combination ahead of the transit happening over July 11^th to July 16^th. Mars/Uranus in Taurus (10th House), square natal Mars in Leo (1st House), creates a volatile and dynamic energy. He is likely to experience sudden, radical changes in his career and public life, driven by a desire for attention. This energy clashes with his strong, assertive personal identity, possibly leading to external conflicts. Therefore, he may face unexpected challenges and disruptions, pushing him to act impulsively and take bold risks. So, this aspect demands careful management of circumstances to avoid a harsh outcome since tensions will be riding high.

Now that we know how the transit manifested, we can see that Trump got a life altering experience. While the Mars transit finished on July 16^th, the Uranus square with his natal Mars is far from over. In fact, Uranus in Taurus square Trump’s natal Mars kicked in back around June 1^st 2024. And, it will stay in effect until June of 2025. He will continue to experience Uranian events in his public life that Mars in Leo triggers by aspect. As well, he will keep having Uranus like “strikes” to his identity, since Mars resides in his first house. It is important to understand that transiting energy goes both ways. Mars is sending energy to Uranus and Uranus is sending energy to Mars.

The Attempt and the US Chart

The next chart to consider is the transits as they apply to the United States chart, with key markers highlighted.

Mars conjunct Uranus in Taurus square Natal Moon in Aquarius in the US Chart Chart

Here’s how to describe this combination ahead of the transit happening over July 11^th to July 16^th. Mars conjunct Uranus (Taurus, 6th House) square natal Moon (Aquarius, 3rd House) signals potential radical changes in daily life. This alignment sparks sudden, disruptive events, potentially causing nationwide unrest and rapid shifts in communication and day-to-day events. The collective emotional response may be unpredictable, marked by heightened tension and revolutionary fervor. The conflict between established routines and innovative approaches could lead to groundbreaking developments. But, the conflict also creates instability and challenges in managing societal and foundational changes.

In the context of the event and the US chart, we can see its potential for revolutionary change. This shift would have been even more apparent had the attempt been successful. Still, it is not hard to see how the event had a powerful impact on everyone’s daily life. This was especially true for the emotional state (Moon) of the country. The action took place out among the people at a daily event (6^th House) impacting the foundations of society (Taurus).

Once again we see a significant square that has been effect since June of 2024 that will be in effect even longer. Mars is at 26 degrees in Trump’s chart, but the US Moon is at 27 degrees. Therefore the ongoing volatility of Uranus to the US Moon will extend even deeper into 2025. In short, there will be no “peace and quiet” for Trump or the United States for quite some time.

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