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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Trump Blames “Radical Left” for Charlie Kirk Killing Before Motive Identified
Caption: Trump Blames “Radical Left” for Charlie Kirk Killing Before Motive Identified. Charlie Kirk, conservative activist and Turning Point USA founder, was shot and killed Wednesday at Utah Valley University. Authorities have not yet identified a suspect or motive. Utah’s governor called it a “political assassination.” President Donald Trump, in a video message, blamed the “radical left” for Kirk’s death, linking it to years of political rhetoric and alleging it fueled violence. He cited past attacks on political figures but did not wait for any investigation results. Trump called on Americans and media to confront political rhetoric’s consequences, emphasizing what he described as “radical left political violence.” Other political leaders largely condemned the attack in unifying terms. For example, California Gov. Gavin Newsom called it “disgusting, vile, and reprehensible” and rejected violence from all political sides. Vice President JD Vance praised Kirk’s willingness to engage in dialogue across the political spectrum. Elon Musk controversially posted on X, saying “The Left is the party of murder,” before Kirk’s death was confirmed. Flags were lowered to half-staff at the White House and at Trump properties. Donald Trump Jr. shared a personal tribute, calling Kirk “like a little brother.” Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current Affairs & Politics,Charlie Kirk,Trump,Utah Valley University,Turning Point USA,political violence,radical left,gun violence,JD Vance,Elon Musk
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