The News Agents Why is Charlie Kirk now being hailed a "martyr"?
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Sep 11, 2025 In a shocking turn of events, the assassination of Charlie Kirk sparks heated debates over political violence in America. Supporters view him as a martyr, while critics condemn the toxic rhetoric fueling division. The discussion dives into how his extreme views are resonating with some British politicians, despite their unpopularity with the wider public. Meanwhile, the fallout from Peter Mandelson's resignation highlights the tensions within the Labour Party just as political controversies intensify across the ocean.
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Shooting During Campus Debate
- Charlie Kirk was shot on a Utah Valley University campus seconds after debating transgender mass shooters.
- Witnesses described a single bullet striking his neck and an immediate manhunt for a shooter who may have been on a roof.
Trump Blames 'Radical Left' Rhetoric
- President Trump framed Kirk's murder as caused by 'radical left' rhetoric and blamed media demonization.
- Trump linked such rhetoric to terrorism and urged it to stop while visibly emotional in his Oval Office remarks.
Rising Political Temperature On Both Sides
- The hosts argued political violence is escalating across the spectrum, not just from one side.
- They emphasised that rhetoric from Trump and MAGA figures contributes significantly to rising political temperature.
