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They witnessed Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Now students reckon with the grief
Read full article: They witnessed Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Now students reckon with the griefStudents who witnessed Charlie Kirk’s assassination at Utah Valley University are reckoning with trauma and grief.
More than 100,000 attend London protest organized by far-right activist, with clashes breaking out
Read full article: More than 100,000 attend London protest organized by far-right activist, with clashes breaking outA massive march organized by far-right activist Tommy Robinson in London has grown violent as a small group of his supporters clashed with police.
Patel faces congressional hearings after missteps in Kirk assassination probe and turmoil at FBI
Read full article: Patel faces congressional hearings after missteps in Kirk assassination probe and turmoil at FBIFBI Director Kash Patel is bracing for scrutiny over his leadership of the Charlie Kirk investigation and other areas when he appears before Congress this coming week for oversight hearings.
Schools tried to ban phones and avoid politics. Then came Charlie Kirk's assassination
Read full article: Schools tried to ban phones and avoid politics. Then came Charlie Kirk's assassinationThe assassination of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University sent shockwaves through classrooms worldwide.
‘The movement my husband built will not die’: Widow Erika Kirk vows to carry on Charlie Kirk’s mission
Read full article: ‘The movement my husband built will not die’: Widow Erika Kirk vows to carry on Charlie Kirk’s missionErika Kirk, the widow of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, delivered her first public remarks Friday night, thanking law enforcement, first responders and supporters following her husband’s assassination earlier this week.
TEA to investigate teachers’ social media posts about Charlie Kirk assassination
Read full article: TEA to investigate teachers’ social media posts about Charlie Kirk assassinationThe Texas Education Agency says it will investigate teachers and school staff accused of making inappropriate comments on social media following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Texas legislative committees will study freedom of speech on college campuses in wake of Charlie Kirk killing
Read full article: Texas legislative committees will study freedom of speech on college campuses in wake of Charlie Kirk killingThe committees were made to honor slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk and come as university faculty have come under online scrutiny.
‘Nobody more powerful than Charlie Kirk’: UH Turning Point USA members honor conservative activist
Read full article: ‘Nobody more powerful than Charlie Kirk’: UH Turning Point USA members honor conservative activistTyler Robinson, 22, of Utah, was arrested in the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk, 31, founder and CEO of Turning Point USA, who was killed while speaking at Utah Valley University. Tributes and vigils — including one at the University of Houston — remembered Kirk’s influence on young conservatives, his family, and called on members to continue the movement he built
Dowd says MSNBC reacted to a right-wing mob in firing him for Charlie Kirk commentary
Read full article: Dowd says MSNBC reacted to a right-wing mob in firing him for Charlie Kirk commentaryPolitical analyst Matthew Dowd says MSNBC reacted to a right-wing mob this week in firing him for commentary on assassinated conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
A timeline of Charlie Kirk's assassination and the arrest of a suspect
Read full article: A timeline of Charlie Kirk's assassination and the arrest of a suspectAuthorities have arrested a 22-year-old Utah man in the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk during an event at Utah Valley University.
Unemployment, inflation and GDP growth will be worse this year than projected, budget office says
Read full article: Unemployment, inflation and GDP growth will be worse this year than projected, budget office saysThe Congressional Budget Office has released new economic projections, indicating that unemployment, inflation and overall growth will worsen in 2025 before improving over the next year.
Man arrested in Charlie Kirk's killing had no known criminal history, had become 'more political'
Read full article: Man arrested in Charlie Kirk's killing had no known criminal history, had become 'more political'The family of the young Utah man accused of shooting Charlie Kirk told authorities he had recently become “more political” and recounted a dinner table conversation where they discussed whether the conservative activist was spreading hate.
Utah's governor, in impassioned remarks, urges Americans to find 'off-ramp' from political violence
Read full article: Utah's governor, in impassioned remarks, urges Americans to find 'off-ramp' from political violenceUtah Gov. Spencer Cox is making an impassioned plea for Americans and young people in particular to use the horror of Charlie Kirk’s public assassination as an inflection point to turn the country away from political violence and division.
Grief over Kirk's assassination echoes worldwide and testifies to his influence on the right
Read full article: Grief over Kirk's assassination echoes worldwide and testifies to his influence on the rightDozens of angry European lawmakers bang their hands on their desks after being denied a moment of silence to honor Charlie Kirk.
The Latest: Trump says he’ll send National Guard to Memphis to address crime concerns
Read full article: The Latest: Trump says he’ll send National Guard to Memphis to address crime concernsPresident Donald Trump says he’ll send the National Guard to Memphis to address crime concerns there with the support of the mayor and the governor.
22-year-old Tyler Robinson arrested in Charlie Kirk shooting
Read full article: 22-year-old Tyler Robinson arrested in Charlie Kirk shootingA 22-year-old Utah man who was booked on murder charges in the assassination of Charlie Kirk held deep disdain for the conservative activist’s provocative viewpoints and indicated to a family member that he was responsible for the shooting.
Kids and current events: How to help them deal with what they see around them
Read full article: Kids and current events: How to help them deal with what they see around themIn hardly any time at all, the footage of the horrifying moment when a bullet hit conservative activist Charlie Kirk in the neck ricocheted across the internet.
Hundreds gather at Texas A&M candlelight vigil for slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk
Read full article: Hundreds gather at Texas A&M candlelight vigil for slain conservative activist Charlie KirkHundreds of students and community members gathered at Texas A&M University for a candlelight vigil honoring slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk on Sept. 11, 2025.
Harris County political leaders looking at security measures in aftermath of murder of Charlie Kirk
Read full article: Harris County political leaders looking at security measures in aftermath of murder of Charlie KirkThe message was clear and concise from Harris County Republicans, “We live in Houston, we don’t want Houston to have a similar situation,” said Cindy Siegel, Chairman of the Republican Party of Harris County.
Vance arrives in Arizona with Charlie Kirk’s casket aboard Air Force Two
Read full article: Vance arrives in Arizona with Charlie Kirk’s casket aboard Air Force TwoVice President JD Vance flew to Salt Lake City aboard Air Force Two to pick up Charlie Kirk's casket and transport it to his home state of Arizona.
Violence isn’t the answer: Houston college students share thoughts, feelings on Charlie Kirk assassination
Read full article: Violence isn’t the answer: Houston college students share thoughts, feelings on Charlie Kirk assassinationThe assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a Utah university has sparked a wave of reflection among college students.
Charlie Kirk's open-air debates made him a draw on college campuses. They also made him vulnerable
Read full article: Charlie Kirk's open-air debates made him a draw on college campuses. They also made him vulnerableCharlie Kirk, a prominent conservative activist, was fatally shot Wednesday during an event at a Utah university.
Trump draws cheers and boos while marking 9/11 by attending a New York Yankees game
Read full article: Trump draws cheers and boos while marking 9/11 by attending a New York Yankees gamePresident Donald Trump attended the New York Yankees victory over the Detroit Tigers in the Bronx, drawing mixed reactions from the crowd.
Historically Black colleges issue lockdown orders, cancel classes after receiving threats
Read full article: Historically Black colleges issue lockdown orders, cancel classes after receiving threatsAt least six historically Black colleges and universities received threats or “potential” threats Thursday, prompting lockdowns and class cancellations.
2 initially detained in Charlie Kirk shooting threatened even after police cleared them
Read full article: 2 initially detained in Charlie Kirk shooting threatened even after police cleared themTwo people detained and released after the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk have faced threats and scrutiny even after police said they were not suspects.
How Charlie Kirk shaped a generation of young people into a conservative force
Read full article: How Charlie Kirk shaped a generation of young people into a conservative forceCharlie Kirk began plotting a way to mold young minds into conservatism at an age when he was still sorting out his own path.
Utah, where Charlie Kirk was killed, has strong pro-gun laws
Read full article: Utah, where Charlie Kirk was killed, has strong pro-gun lawsConservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot in Utah, a state that has permissive gun laws and allows firearms to be concealed or openly carried with some exceptions.
FBI releases images of new person of interest in shooting of Charlie Kirk at Utah speaking event
Read full article: FBI releases images of new person of interest in shooting of Charlie Kirk at Utah speaking eventThe FBI branch of Salt Lake City has released surveillance images of a new person of interest in the shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk on the Utah Valley University campus Wednesday afternoon.
Analyst Matthew Dowd loses his MSNBC job following Kirk comments; reporter in Florida suspended
Read full article: Analyst Matthew Dowd loses his MSNBC job following Kirk comments; reporter in Florida suspendedVeteran political analyst Matthew Dowd is out of a job at MSNBC following some commentary regarding Charlie Kirk that drew a heated reaction.
Multiple Houston-area employees under fire for social media comments on Charlie Kirk’s death
Read full article: Multiple Houston-area employees under fire for social media comments on Charlie Kirk’s deathPasadena Independent School District said it is addressing inappropriate and insensitive comments made by an employee regarding the recent death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
The Latest: Officials ask for public’s help in finding Charlie Kirk shooter
Read full article: The Latest: Officials ask for public’s help in finding Charlie Kirk shooterOfficials have released a new video of a person of interest in the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a college event in Orem, Utah.
The Latest: Pentagon 9/11 ceremony moved inside due to security concerns
Read full article: The Latest: Pentagon 9/11 ceremony moved inside due to security concernsPresident Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump have marked 24 years since the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks at a service at the Pentagon.
Prayer vigil planned at Texas A&M for Charlie Kirk after fatal shooting
Read full article: Prayer vigil planned at Texas A&M for Charlie Kirk after fatal shootingThe Texas A&M chapter of Turning Point USA is organizing a prayer vigil on September 11 to honor Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist who was fatally shot during a speaking event at Utah Valley University.
Utah governor pleads for public’s help in finding person who shot Charlie Kirk on university campus
Read full article: Utah governor pleads for public’s help in finding person who shot Charlie Kirk on university campusThe shooter who assassinated conservative activist Charlie Kirk and then vanished off a roof and into the woods is still at large more than 24 hours later.
Americans mark the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with emotional ceremonies
Read full article: Americans mark the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with emotional ceremoniesAmericans have marked 24 years since the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks with solemn ceremonies, volunteer work and other tributes honoring the victims.
Houston woman recalls knowing Charlie Kirk before his rise in conservative politics
Read full article: Houston woman recalls knowing Charlie Kirk before his rise in conservative politicsBuffie Ingersoll shared memories of Kirk with KPRC 2 reporter Corley Peel, reflecting on his early days and lasting impact.
A college campus, a fiery speaker — and then a single gunshot
Read full article: A college campus, a fiery speaker — and then a single gunshotA crowd gathered around a white canopy on a grassy college courtyard just weeks into the fall semester, eager to hear what the speaker beneath it had to say.
Graphic video of Kirk shooting was everywhere online, showing how media gatekeeper role has changed
Read full article: Graphic video of Kirk shooting was everywhere online, showing how media gatekeeper role has changedTraditional news outlets were careful in their coverage of conservative activist Charlie Kirk's assassination to not show graphic images of the event.
Utah college where Charlie Kirk was killed is a lesser-known school but the state's largest
Read full article: Utah college where Charlie Kirk was killed is a lesser-known school but the state's largestThe university where conservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot in Utah while speaking to students is the state’s largest public university after years of rapid enrollment growth.
Politicians who have experienced violence directly react to Charlie Kirk shooting
Read full article: Politicians who have experienced violence directly react to Charlie Kirk shootingThe fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at an event in Utah had particular resonance for public figures who have experienced political violence themselves.
President Trump orders American flags to be lowered to half-mast in response to murder of Charlie Kirk
Read full article: President Trump orders American flags to be lowered to half-mast in response to murder of Charlie KirkAfter conservative political activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot at a speaking event at Utah Valley University, President Donald Trump has ordered American flags to be lowered to Half Mast in his honor.
Abbott, Cruz among Texas leaders to react to assassination of activist Charlie Kirk at college speaking event in Utah
Read full article: Abbott, Cruz among Texas leaders to react to assassination of activist Charlie Kirk at college speaking event in UtahLeaders across Texas have voiced their concerns after Charlie Kirk, a prominent conservative political activist, was shot in the neck while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University.
Charlie Kirk, who helped build support for Trump among young people, dies after campus shooting
Read full article: Charlie Kirk, who helped build support for Trump among young people, dies after campus shootingCharlie Kirk, who rose from a teenage conservative campus activist to a top podcaster and ally of President Donald Trump, has been shot and killed.
The Latest: Conservative activist Charlie Kirk is shot and killed while speaking at a Utah college
Read full article: The Latest: Conservative activist Charlie Kirk is shot and killed while speaking at a Utah collegeAuthorities say conservative activist Charlie Kirk was killed by a single shot in a targeted attack during an outdoor event Wednesday at Utah Valley University.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk assassinated at Utah university
Read full article: Conservative activist Charlie Kirk assassinated at Utah universityCharlie Kirk, a conservative activist and close ally of President Donald Trump, has been shot and killed at a Utah college event in an act that the state’s governor called a “political assassination.”.
Trump runs into the difficulty of Putin diplomacy and ending a long war
Read full article: Trump runs into the difficulty of Putin diplomacy and ending a long warPresident Donald Trump walked into a summit with Russia’s Vladimir Putin pressing for a ceasefire deal and threatening “severe consequences” and tough new sanctions if the Kremlin leader failed to agree to halt the fighting in Ukraine.
Trump says US will partner with Israel to run additional food centers in Gaza, but details are scant
Read full article: Trump says US will partner with Israel to run additional food centers in Gaza, but details are scantPresident Donald Trump says the U.S. will partner with Israel to run new food centers in Gaza.
Trump's move against Iran may draw more criticism from MAGA's anti-interventionists
Read full article: Trump's move against Iran may draw more criticism from MAGA's anti-interventionistsPresident Donald Trump’s decision to strike three nuclear sites in Iran could deepen a divide among some of the Republican’s supporters.
Trump says supporters ‘more in love’ with him than ever, as MAGA world splits over Iran
Read full article: Trump says supporters ‘more in love’ with him than ever, as MAGA world splits over IranPresident Donald Trump is downplaying any notion that his supporters are cooling on him amid uncertainty over whether he will order a U.S. strike on Iran.
A split forms in MAGA world as Trump weighs next steps on Iran, with some top stars rebuking him
Read full article: A split forms in MAGA world as Trump weighs next steps on Iran, with some top stars rebuking himThere's a split among President Donald Trump and some of his most devout MAGA supporters as Trump weighs how the U.S. should proceed in the conflict between Israel and Iran.
The Latest: Trump says the US knows where Iran’s leader is hiding but won’t kill him — ‘for now’
Read full article: The Latest: Trump says the US knows where Iran’s leader is hiding but won’t kill him — ‘for now’President Donald Trump says the U_S_ knows where Iran’s supreme leader is hiding during the Israel-Iran conflict but doesn’t want him killed “for now.”.
Trump says the US knows where Iran's Khamenei is hiding and urges Iran's unconditional surrender
Read full article: Trump says the US knows where Iran's Khamenei is hiding and urges Iran's unconditional surrenderPresident Donald Trump says the U_S_ knows where Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is hiding during the Israel-Iran conflict but doesn’t want him killed “for now.”.
Trump vetoed Israeli plan to kill Iran's supreme leader, US official tells AP
Read full article: Trump vetoed Israeli plan to kill Iran's supreme leader, US official tells APPresident Donald Trump vetoed a plan presented to the U.S. in recent days to kill Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to a U.S. official familiar with the matter.
Trump says Iran has 'second chance' to come to nuclear deal as Israel and Iran exchange blows
Read full article: Trump says Iran has 'second chance' to come to nuclear deal as Israel and Iran exchange blowsPresident Donald Trump is urging Iran to make a nuclear deal now that Israel has launched strikes against the country.
California opens track-and-field finals to more girls after success of trans athlete
Read full article: California opens track-and-field finals to more girls after success of trans athleteThe governing body for California high school sports has changed its competition rules for this weekend's state track-and-field championship.
Core Democratic groups are preparing to be targeted by the Trump administration
Read full article: Core Democratic groups are preparing to be targeted by the Trump administrationSome of the Democratic Party’s core political groups are preparing for the possibility that President Donald Trump’s allies may soon launch criminal investigations that could handicap Democratic infrastructure.
Wisconsin voters cast ballots under national spotlight to decide control of the state Supreme Court
Read full article: Wisconsin voters cast ballots under national spotlight to decide control of the state Supreme CourtWisconsin voters are casting the first ballots in a pivotal state Supreme Court race that will determine whether liberal or conservative justices control the highest court in the crucial presidential battleground.
Trump Jr. casts Wisconsin Supreme Court race as key to advancing Trump's agenda
Read full article: Trump Jr. casts Wisconsin Supreme Court race as key to advancing Trump's agendaDonald Trump Jr. told Republicans at a rally before early voting begins in Wisconsin’s high-stakes Supreme Court race that a win is imperative to maintain GOP momentum ahead of the 2026 midterms and the next presidential election.
Amid 2028 speculation, California governor's podcasts with Trump loyalists anger Democrats
Read full article: Amid 2028 speculation, California governor's podcasts with Trump loyalists anger DemocratsDemocratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom is facing a backlash from members of his own party after a series of podcasts that featured Steve Bannon and other supporters of President Donald Trump.
Two billionaires that are villains of the left and right take the spotlight in a key Wisconsin race
Read full article: Two billionaires that are villains of the left and right take the spotlight in a key Wisconsin raceWhen Republicans are looking for a political bogeyman, they point to liberal megadonor George Soros.
'More than brick and mortar:' DC begins removing 'Black Lives Matter' plaza near the White House
Read full article: 'More than brick and mortar:' DC begins removing 'Black Lives Matter' plaza near the White HouseCrews have begun work to remove the large yellow “Black Lives Matter” painted on the street one block from the White House.
California's Gavin Newsom opposes trans athletes in women's sports, splitting with progressives
Read full article: California's Gavin Newsom opposes trans athletes in women's sports, splitting with progressivesCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom has spoken out against allowing transgender women and girls to compete in female sports.
Not known for political coverage, Wired takes a leading role in tracking Elon Musk's team
Read full article: Not known for political coverage, Wired takes a leading role in tracking Elon Musk's teamThe tech outlet Wired set up a new politics team in time for the presidential election — but its most impactful work is coming after the election is over.
The young techies behind DOGE are a lightning rod for criticism but also a youth magnet for the GOP
Read full article: The young techies behind DOGE are a lightning rod for criticism but also a youth magnet for the GOPA group of young engineers is playing a vital role in billionaire Trump adviser Elon Musk’s effort to slash the federal bureaucracy through his Department of Government Efficiency.
How key Republican senators are responding to Trump allies' primary threats
Read full article: How key Republican senators are responding to Trump allies' primary threatsAllies of President Donald Trump have been quick to threaten primary challengers for Republican senators who don’t back Trump's Cabinet picks and legislative priorities.
As Biden warns of an 'oligarchy,' Trump will be flanked by tech billionaires at his inauguration
Read full article: As Biden warns of an 'oligarchy,' Trump will be flanked by tech billionaires at his inaugurationThe super-rich have long played a role in U.S. politics but have an unusually prominent spot in incoming President Donald Trump's new administration.
The new right celebrates Trump and the splintering of the GOP at a conservative conference
Read full article: The new right celebrates Trump and the splintering of the GOP at a conservative conferenceThat Donald Trump failed to achieve central goals in the government shutdown fight alongside Elon Musk seemed unimportant to many speakers and attendees at Turning Point USA's AmericaFest.
Trump threatens to try to take back the Panama Canal. Panama's president balks at the suggestion
Read full article: Trump threatens to try to take back the Panama Canal. Panama's president balks at the suggestionDonald Trump is suggesting that his new administration could try to regain control of the Panama Canal.
Pressure on a veteran and senator shows what's next for those who oppose Trump
Read full article: Pressure on a veteran and senator shows what's next for those who oppose TrumpIowa Sen. Joni Ernst is an Iraq War veteran and sexual assault survivor who has advocated for years to improve how the military handles claims of sexual misconduct.
Donald Trump tells supporters to 'just vote' at Georgia rally organized by Charlie Kirk
Read full article: Donald Trump tells supporters to 'just vote' at Georgia rally organized by Charlie KirkRepublican Donald Trump is pushing supporters in Georgia to get out and vote for him in a state that could be crucial in the presidential election.
Turning Point wants to revolutionize how Republicans turn out voters. Some are skeptical
Read full article: Turning Point wants to revolutionize how Republicans turn out voters. Some are skepticalThe conservative group Turning Point has long been known for hosting glitzy events, cultivating far-right influencers and raising prodigious amounts of money.
Conservatives compelled by Trump are pushing Nebraska to adopt a winner-take-all election system
Read full article: Conservatives compelled by Trump are pushing Nebraska to adopt a winner-take-all election systemConservative activist Charlie Kirk is calling on Nebraska Republicans to put pressure on state lawmakers to adopt a “winner-take-all” system of awarding Electoral College votes.
The RNC chairwoman calls for unity as the party faces a cash crunch and attacks by some Trump allies
Read full article: The RNC chairwoman calls for unity as the party faces a cash crunch and attacks by some Trump alliesRepublican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel is calling for the party to unite behind the goal of defeating President Joe Biden.
How Trump's MAGA movement helped a 29-year-old activist become a millionaire
Read full article: How Trump's MAGA movement helped a 29-year-old activist become a millionaireAn Arizona-based nonprofit that rocketed to prominence by latching on to Donald Trump’s 2016 campaign has raised roughly a quarter-billion dollars but has struggled to help Republicans win general elections.
Bolsonaro defends tenure, questions Brazil election defeat
Read full article: Bolsonaro defends tenure, questions Brazil election defeatFormer Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro spoke to hundreds of supporters at a property owned by former U.S. President Donald Trump Friday and did not discourage them from claiming he lost his election due to fraud.