The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 2282 - BREAKING: TEXT EXCHANGES Between Kirk Killer, Trans Lover
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Sep 17, 2025 Breaking news surrounds the shocking shooting of a public figure, with text messages revealed that shed light on the suspect's motives tied to ideological rhetoric. The discussion also tackles the implications of dropped charges in a separate case, raising concerns about how media shapes perceptions of political violence. Delving into ongoing FBI investigations and upcoming Fed rate cuts, the conversation navigates the hurricane of politics, economy, and the societal narratives at play.
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Clear Political Motive Identified
- Ben Shapiro argues the shooter acted from clear political motive tied to trans ideology and hatred claims.
- He claims evidence and family statements make the assassination an ideologically driven political act.
Alleged Shooter Text Exchange
- Shapiro reads alleged texts between the shooter and his roommate that appear self-incriminating and intimate.
- The exchanges include admissions of the shooting and instructions to delete the messages.
Rhetoric Creates Permission For Violence
- Shapiro links rhetoric labeling dissent as "hate" to permission structures that can normalize violence.
- He argues calling disagreement genocidal can radicalize listeners toward violence.
