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The Assassination of Charlie Kirk & The Scourge Of Political Violence

Sep 11, 2025
Frank Siller, Chairman and CEO of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, shares his powerful journey of honoring his brother, FDNY firefighter Stephen Siller, through his organization. He discusses the alarming rise of political violence, highlighted by the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk, and the urgent need for national dialogue to combat this divisiveness. Siller emphasizes the importance of remembering the sacrifices made by fallen heroes, especially in the wake of September 11, and reflects on how these events shape our commitment to support their families and ensure their legacies endure.
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ANECDOTE

Campus Debate Turned Fatal

  • Jason Chaffetz described Charlie Kirk debating under an awning when a shot rang out and Kirk collapsed.
  • The scene quickly became chaotic with the crowd hitting the ground and people running.
INSIGHT

Early Chaos In Investigation

  • Initial reports misidentified a suspect and the FBI later clarified custody status, highlighting confusion in fast-moving investigations.
  • Officials suggested the shot may have come from a distance, possibly a roof, complicating security assumptions.
ANECDOTE

Eyewitness Description Of The Shooting

  • David Marcus recounted being close to Kirk seconds before the shot and watching him get hit in the neck.
  • He described the immediate shock and blood, and later tied violent rhetoric to the attack.
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