What's Next after Kirk's Tragedy, Christians Persecuted in Nigeria & Tucker plus Osama Bin Laden Equals Week In Review

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Sep 13, 2025

A tragic assassination raises concerns about political violence and freedom of speech, with historical comparisons to iconic figures. The persecution of Christians in Nigeria is highlighted, revealing shocking statistics and introducing new legislative efforts for religious freedom. Controversial remarks by a media figure spark intense debate, questioning the sympathetic portrayals of terrorists. The discussion urges unity and compassion amidst increasing societal divisions and the complexities of terrorism discourse.

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Personal Fear After Charlie Kirk's Death

Ben Ferguson described his nine-year-old asking if someone will shoot him because of his work and how he reassured him in a blunt, personal way.
He said he and others will not be silenced and may take different precautions but will continue their mission.

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Assassination Framed As Attack On Persuasion

Ted Cruz called Charlie Kirk's killing an assassination motivated by the persuasive power of his message and compared it to historical political killings.
Cruz urged focusing on Kirk's legacy of love, liberty, faith, and unity rather than the anger of haters.

INSIGHT

Unlikely Calls For Unity From The Left

Ted Cruz highlighted Cenk Uygur's call for decency and listening across divides as a counterexample to celebratory hatred online.
Cruz suggested treating one another as brothers and sisters would defy voices of division and honor Kirk's legacy.

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The assassination of Charlie Kirk
- They frame Kirk’s death as a political assassination, comparing it to historical killings of JFK, Bobby Kennedy, and Martin Luther King Jr.
- The hosts emphasize concerns about political violence, the dangers of polarization, and left-wing reactions online.
- They highlight messages of unity from unexpected voices on the left, such as Cenk Uygur, while contrasting that with those celebrating Kirk’s death.
Persecution of Christians in Nigeria
- Cruz details violence by Boko Haram and ISIS-West Africa, citing statistics of tens of thousands of Christians killed and thousands of churches destroyed.
- He introduces the Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act of 2025, which seeks to:
  - Classify Nigeria as a “country of particular concern” for religious freedom.
  - Keep Boko Haram and ISIS-West Africa labeled as terrorist groups.
  - Sanction Nigerian officials complicit in persecution.
- The discussion connects this to broader issues of U.S. foreign policy, criticizing past administrations (especially Obama and Biden) for not doing enough to defend persecuted Christians.
Tucker Carlson’s controversial statements
- Carlson’s remarks about offering condolences to Osama bin Laden’s family, questioning Hamas’s designation as a terrorist group, and sympathetic portrayals of Russia and Iran are strongly criticized.
- Cruz and Ferguson accuse Carlson of moral relativism, equating his views with those of progressive politicians like Ilhan Omar or Rashida Tlaib.
- They reaffirm that groups like Hamas, al-Qaeda, and ISIS are terrorist organizations, citing both U.S. and international designations as well as historical attacks.

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