The Daily Signal Catholic School Shooting in Minneapolis & the Atrocious Response | Aug. 28, 2025
Aug 28, 2025
A tragic shooting at a Catholic school in Minneapolis raises questions about the shooter's background and ideologies. The podcast critiques the media's and politicians' handling of the situation, highlighting inappropriate coverage and the impact on public discourse. Discussion shifts to the need for balance between personal freedoms and child protection in the context of gun violence. Insights into mental health and the implications for future policies are also explored, making for a compelling examination of a sensitive issue.
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Shooter Identity And Disturbing Manifestos
- Tony Kinnett reports a Minneapolis shooter, a transgender individual named Robert who legally became Robin Westman, killed two children and injured many at a Catholic school.
- The shooter left manifestos and writings suggesting long-term severe mental illness and political extremism.
Political Messages On Weapon And FBI Classification
- The firearm bore violent political messages including "kill Trump" and antisemitic phrases, linking ideological motives to the attack.
- FBI later called the incident domestic terrorism and a hate crime targeting Catholics as the investigation progressed.
Context Matters In Motive Analysis
- Kinnett highlights a trend of shootings by transgender individuals targeting Christian settings, arguing context matters for motive.
- He criticizes authorities and media for initially saying motive was unclear despite visible ideological indicators.