US EditionMSNBC Fires Matthew Dowd Over 'Unacceptable' Charlie Kirk Comments
MSNBC fired political analyst Matthew Dowd after he suggested Charlie Kirk's divisive rhetoric contributed to the shooting; the network and Dowd issued apologies amid public backlash.
- Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot by a sniper on September 11, 2025, during a speech at a college campus in Orem, Utah.
- Kirk's assassination followed his role founding Turning Point USA in 2012, which energized conservative youth and expanded GOP outreach on college campuses.
- Ohio Republicans and students mourned Kirk's death as creating a major void politically, with leaders emphasizing his impact on youth engagement and free speech.
- President Trump announced a posthumous Presidential Medal of Freedom for Kirk and ordered flags at half-staff, calling him vital to the 2024 GOP victory.
- Authorities have not identified the sniper, who fled after firing once, and Utah's governor labeled the killing a political assassination, highlighting ongoing security concerns.
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Matthew Dowd firing begins flood of people facing consequences for comments on Charlie Kirk's death
Matthew Dowd's remarks on Charlie Kirk's assassination trigger widespread consequences, highlighting the intersection of political violence and public accountability.
"Vile": MSNBC Fires Personali Who Made "Despicable, Unforgivable Comments" About Charlie Kirk Right After His Death - The American Tribune.com
In the wake of MSNBC personality Matthew Dowd making absolutely horrific comments about Charlie Kirk in the wake of his assassination in Utah, the outlet faced vociferous online criticism and responded by firing the personality. Dowd had claimed, in his immediate response to the shooting, that Charlie was responsible for the shooting because of his “hateful thoughts.” Dowd was speaking to MSNBC’s Katy Tur on her show “Katy Tur Reports” when thos…
Matthew Dowd’s firing from MSNBC begins flood of people facing consequences for their remarks on Kirk’s death
By DAVID BAUDER and ALI SWENSON Associated Press NEW YORK — Matthew Dowd opened a floodgate. The MSNBC political analyst, who lost his job shortly after on-air comments about conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s assassination, was the first of many figures to face consequences Thursday for public statements or actions about the shooting. Indeed, raw feelings about the killing have ignited a campaign to shame — and more. Several conservative acti…
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