Morning Wire Evening Wire: Kirk’s Killer Caught & Senate Republicans Go Nuclear | 9.12.25
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Sep 12, 2025 A shocking arrest unfolds as a 22-year-old suspect is charged with attempting to assassinate Charlie Kirk, prompting intense political ramifications. President Trump responds by deploying National Guard troops to Memphis to combat rising crime, as Senate Republicans prepare to invoke the nuclear option for quick judicial confirmations. Meanwhile, tensions in Gaza escalate with conflicting evacuation orders, and health experts debate the risks associated with Tylenol during pregnancy and new bans on chemicals in nail products. The unfolding drama has far-reaching implications for democracy and public safety.
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Suspect Arrested After Family Tip
- Tyler Robinson, 22, was arrested and charged with aggravated murder in Charlie Kirk's assassination.
- Family members turned him in and helped recover a bolt-action Mauser rifle linked to the shooting.
Online Messaging Tied To The Weapon
- Investigators traced messages on Discord discussing retrieving and hiding the rifle at a drop point.
- Casings were etched with anti-fascist phrases, indicating ideological motivation behind the attack.
Pentagon Signals Zero Tolerance
- The Pentagon warned military and civilian staff that mocking Kirk's assassination would prompt swift discipline.
- Service leaders and lawmakers publicly demanded accountability for anyone celebrating the killing.