Republican National Convention: Following an assassination attempt on Donald Trump at a Butler, Pennsylvania rally, supporters have shown solidarity by wearing ear bandages. The incident left Trump with a bullet graze on his right ear, leading to his hospitalization. Trump made a surprise appearance at the Republican National Convention, sporting white gauze around his ear. Supporters and Republicans began wearing ear bandages in response. The U.S. Presidential elections are set for November 2024, with Trump posing a strong challenge to President Joe Biden.