Political Leaders Confront Security Concerns — and Fear — After Kirk's Assassination

Johnson reviewing 'all the options' to increase member security after Kirk assassination

Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) said the House of Representatives is evaluating “all the options” to increase member security following the assassination of Charlie Kirk on Wednesday. In the wake of Kirk’s murder at the hands of suspected gunman 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, lawmakers have reportedly been moving events indoors and speaking out in fear of their own safety. Johnson discussed member security during his appearances on both Fox News Sunday…

Kirk killing has political leaders from N.J. and beyond confronting security concerns

Elected officials at every level and in both parties grapple with tough choices in an election season where the prospect of further violence lingers.

Kirk’s Killing Was The Ugly, Evil Result Of Demonizing Political Foes As ‘Existential Threat’

By Tim Graham, The Daily Signal | September 13, 2025 The shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk on a college campus in Utah on Wednesday looked like the opposite of The Washington Post’s motto. It’s “Democracy Dies in Sunlight.” Thousands of people gathered joyfully to hear freedom of speech and saw it end with a bullet to the neck. The dominant media reaction was horror, as it should be. When the Biden-boosting media can mourn a powerful MAGA v…

Political leaders confront security concerns, fear after Kirk's assassination

Some political leaders are canceling public appearances. Others are relying on a large police presence to keep them safe.

Political leaders face security concerns — and fear — after Kirk's assassination

As midterm elections approach, candidates will have to weigh connecting with constituents and voters against the reality of politics in today's environment.

Political Leaders Confront Security Concerns — and Fear — after Kirk's Assassination

Even before the killing of Charlie Kirk, Gov. Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania was struggling with the emotional toll of political violence.In the middle of the night just five months ago, someone broke into his home and set it on fire. Shapiro, who is also a likely 2028 Democratic presidential contender, was asleep with his wife and children.