FT News Briefing Charlie Kirk’s killing leads to calls for retribution
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Sep 12, 2025 Brazil's supreme court has convicted former president Jair Bolsonaro, raising alarms about his coup attempt. The tragic killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has sparked fierce calls for retribution on the right, reflecting the escalating political violence in the U.S. Inflation data reveals a persistent struggle for the Fed amid an uncertain labor market. Meanwhile, shares in cryptocurrency-holding companies are plunging, as concerns about market saturation grow, leaving investors wary of the 'crypto treasury' trend.
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Bolsonaro Convicted For Coup Plot
- Brazil's Supreme Court convicted Jair Bolsonaro for plotting to stay in power and planned violence against the incoming president.
- The verdict risks straining Brazil's ties with the US and has deeply polarised the country.
Kirk's Death Rocked The Right
- Charlie Kirk's murder shocked the US and provoked intense grief and anger within the Republican movement.
- Kirk had become an iconic youth organiser for Trump through Turning Point Action, making his killing politically explosive.
Political Violence Has Become More Frequent
- Political violence in the US has accelerated through assassination attempts and other attacks, reflecting deepening polarization.
- Factors include divisive rhetoric and the amplification effects of social media.