Impolitic with John Heilemann Frank Figliuzzi: Charlie Kirk’s Killing & America’s Political Violence Crisis
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Sep 12, 2025 Frank Figliuzzi, a former FBI assistant director with 25 years of experience, joins to dissect the alarming rise of political violence in America. He analyzes the investigation into the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the troubling implications for national security. Figliuzzi explores how divisive rhetoric fuels this violence, affects both parties, and threatens civic engagement. He also discusses the challenges law enforcement faces amid this escalating crisis and calls for a bipartisan approach to counteract the cycle of fear and violence.
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Nationwide Surge In Political Violence
- Political violence in summer 2025 surged across the spectrum, hitting high-profile targets on both left and right.
- Both sides contribute to the problem, but violence itself must be condemned regardless of origin.
Prioritize Forensic Tracing Of Weapon
- Recovering the shooter’s bolt-action rifle is crucial because it can provide serial-number, fingerprint, and DNA leads.
- Trace the bullet and weapon through ATF and forensic labs to tie evidence to a suspect quickly.
How A Modern Manhunt Operates
- Manhunts use coordinated joint operations centers pairing federal and local partners to avoid conflicting interview accounts.
- Facial recognition and social-media image searches often quickly locate young suspects with extensive online presence.