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Massie says Trump among those who should tone down rhetoric

Rep. Thomas Massie and other Republicans urge President Trump to reduce heated rhetoric after Charlie Kirk's assassination, while the gunman remains unidentified and the motive unknown.

  • Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated yesterday while speaking at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah.
  • The killing followed heated political rhetoric, with President Trump blaming the radical left for Kirk's death and calling them "directly responsible."
  • In response, Rep. Thomas Massie and several others urged President Trump to ease his language in hopes of reducing tensions amid ongoing political unrest.
  • Massie said, "emotions are raw," and called on Trump to "dial down the rhetoric," while Rep. Don Bacon also asked to unite the country peacefully.
  • The assassination provoked a strong response from Republicans who believe the attack was driven by political reasons, while the shooter has not been identified and their motivation is still unclear.
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The Hill broke the news in Washington, United States on Thursday, September 11, 2025.
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