2WAY Tonight with Mark Halperin

Jimmy Kimmel Show Suspended After Kimmel Blames "MAGA Gang" for Charlie Kirk's Death; Probe Latest

Sep 17, 2025
Brian Wolff, a Democratic strategist known for his progressive insights, and Elizabeth Pipko, a Republican commentator and activist, engage in a lively discussion on recent political turmoil. They analyze the fallout from Charlie Kirk's tragic death, reacting to media coverage and notable comments from figures like J.D. Vance and Barack Obama. The conversation takes a turn as they tackle the responsibilities of tech platforms and the implications of Jimmy Kimmel's controversial remarks, navigating rising political violence while pushing for accountability and unity.
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ANECDOTE

Personal Portrait Of Charlie Kirk

  • Elizabeth Pipko described Charlie Kirk as kinder and more helpful in private than his public persona suggested.
  • She recalled Kirk personally offering her a job when others did not, showing his generosity.
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An Inflection Point On Free Speech

  • Brian Wolff framed the aftermath as a potential political inflection point about free speech and political violence.
  • He urged pausing to shape how Charlie's death influences debates rather than letting big players dominate the narrative.
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Mourning Vs. Immediate Political Critique

  • Barack Obama's remarks were to extend grace while also criticizing some of Charlie Kirk's positions.
  • The segment highlighted tension between mourning and immediate political critique after a death.
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