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Stephen Colbert Calls Assassinated Firebrand Charlie Kirk ‘a Prominent Right-Wing Activist’ in Pre-Taped Message Condemning ‘Political Violence’

CBS’ left-wing late-night host Stephen Colbert, calling assassinated conservative firebrand Charlie Kirk “a prominent right-wing activist,” condemned his murder, sent condolences to Kirk’s family, and said “I hope it is obvious to everyone in America that political violence does not solve any of our political differences.” 

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Justine Bateman Calls Out Violent Democrat Rhetoric After Charlie Kirk Assassination: ‘Politicians, People Act on What You Say’

Actress Justine Bateman took to X shortly after Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk was assassinated at an event at Utah Valley University and posted quotes from Democratic Party leaders, from House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) to California Governor Gavin Newsom (D), encouraging violence against Republicans, conservatives, President Donald Trump, and his supporters.

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