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Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel Speak Out About Charlie Kirk Killing: ‘Political Violence only Leads to More Political Violence’
Political leaders from both parties unite in condemning the fatal shooting of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, emphasizing the urgent need to end rising political violence in the U.S.
- On Wednesday, Charlie Kirk, conservative commentator and Turning Point USA co-founder, was shot in the neck during an outdoor speech at Utah Valley University, Orem, Utah, and later died as the FBI launched a manhunt.
- Amid a wave of high-profile political assassination attempts, political leaders and commentators warned the trend threatens democratic debate and urged rejection of political violence.
- According to reports, Kirk was shot from 200 yards away by a sniper during an outdoor speech, causing panic among the crowd, and a suspect was briefly detained and later released, with the investigation ongoing.
- Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis denounced the 'targeted' shooting, urging reflection: `I think we also have to reflect on the fact that the way to resolve political disputes is not though violence and we see increasing levels of political violence in this country`.
- Late-Night hosts responded with condolences and warnings, as Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel addressed the attack, while President Donald Trump blamed the "radical left" on Truth Social and vowed to find those responsible.
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NH elected officials call for end to political violence after shooting of activist Charlie Kirk
Top elected leaders in New Hampshire are remembering Charlie Kirk and calling for an end to political violence after the conservative activist was shot and killed while making an appearance at a Utah university.
·New Hampshire, United States
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Stunned, Conflicted UW Students Condemn Charlie Kirk Killing, Political Violence
Students at the University of Wyoming were stunned Thursday less than 24 hours after conservative political thought leader Charlie Kirk was killed on an Utah university campus. They condemn political violence, and are conflicted about Kirk’s legacy.
UWM students condemn Charlie Kirk killing, call for peaceful political debate
College students at UWM are expressing shock and concern following the killing of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk, emphasizing that political disagreements should never lead to violence.
·Milwaukee, United States
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