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October 13, 2023
Jack Montgomery
Crime
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World

Israeli Diplomat Stabbed in China.

An Israeli diplomat has been stabbed in broad daylight in China, with his struggle with his assailant being captured on video.

The footage shows the embassy staffer, unnamed as of the time of publication, grappling on the ground with a knife-wielding man wearing white, who appears to stab him several times. A number of people can be seen walking or driving by the fracas, occasionally glancing in the direction of the attack but not stopping to intervene.

After brief break in the recording, the two men are seen still on the ground but now separated by a short distance. The bloodied Israeli climbs to his feet and walks away, while the knifeman rises slowly and limps off in the opposite direction.

“An Israeli employee at the Israeli embassy in Beijing was attacked today (not in the embassy area). The employee is being treated in hospital and his condition is stable,” the Israeli embassy confirmed, adding the “background of the attack is being investigated.”

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Library of Congress Names Kamala Harris Donor America’s New Poet Laureate.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The Library of Congress has named Arthur Sze as the new U.S. Poet Laureate, succeeding Ada Limón. However, Sze could face resistance as the poet has a long history of contributing to Democrat campaigns, including Kamala Harris’s 2024 presidential run.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Arthur Sze, acting Librarian Robert Randolph Newlen, President Donald J. Trump, and Kamala Harris.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The announcement was made Monday, with Sze’s term beginning this fall at the Library of Congress.

💬KEY QUOTE: “I think it was the opportunity to give something back to poetry, to something that I’ve spent my life doing.” – Arthur Sze

🎯IMPACT: Sze’s appointment comes during a turbulent time for the Library, with the former Librarian Carla Hayden having been removed earlier this year for using the office to push a radical and partisan leftist agenda.

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The Library of Congress has named Arthur Sze—the first Poet Laureate of Santa Fe, New Mexico, and professor emeritus at the Institute of American Indian Arts—as the next U.S. Poet Laureate. However, the move will likely draw a swift reaction from the Trump White House and its allies, as Sze is a longtime Democrat donor, contributing to Kamala Harris‘s failed 2024 presidential campaign against President Donald J. Trump. In addition, Sze has contributed to the Joe Biden campaign, Raphael Warnock’s U.S. campaign in Georgia, the Democratic National Committee (DNC), the Barack Obama campaign, and John Kerry’s 2004 challenge to then-President George W. Bush.

Federal Election Commission (FEC) records show an extensive history of Sze contributing to Democrat candidates, making his appointment under a Republican administration an oddity. The appointment is especially strange in light of President Trump’s dismissal of the Librarian of Congress earlier this year. Carla Hayden was removed from her position after it was revealed she had used the office to push a radical and partisan leftist agenda. Currently, Robert Randolph Newlen—a long-time official with the Library of Congress—is serving as acting Librarian.

Sze, 74, will serve a one-year term starting this fall, taking over from Ada Limón, who held the position for three years. A son of Chinese immigrants, Sze says he accepted the position as an opportunity to give back to the art form that has defined much of his life. “So many people have helped me along the way. Poetry has just helped me grow so much, in every way,” he said.

In addition to his original poetry, Sze is known for his translations of Chinese poetry, which he credits with helping him develop his craft. As Poet Laureate, Sze will serve as a literary ambassador, tasked with raising national awareness and appreciation for poetry.

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Trump Considers National Emergency Declaration in Clash with DC Mayor.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: President Donald J. Trump criticized Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and threatened to declare a national emergency over crime in the city.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Donald Trump, Mayor Muriel Bowser, the National Guard, and the Metropolitan Police Department.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Washington, D.C., with Trump’s remarks posted on Truth Social on Monday.

💬KEY QUOTE: “If I allowed this to happen, CRIME would come roaring back. To the people and businesses of Washington, D.C., DON’T WORRY, I AM WITH YOU, AND WON’T ALLOW THIS TO HAPPEN. I’ll call a National Emergency, and Federalize, if necessary!!!” – Donald Trump

🎯IMPACT: Crime statistics decreased during the federal law enforcement surge, but protests and debates over federal intervention remain ongoing.

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President Donald J. Trump has warned of a potential national emergency declaration in Washington, D.C., criticizing Mayor Muriel Bowser’s approach to crime and immigration enforcement. In a post on Truth Social, Trump claimed his previous deployment of the National Guard had significantly reduced crime in the capital, but he warned that ceasing cooperation with ICE could reverse those gains.

“The Federal Government, under my auspices as President of the United States of America, has stepped into the complete criminal mess that was Washington, D.C., our Nation’s Capital,” Trump wrote. He further stated that D.C. went from being “one of the most dangerous and murder-ridden cities in the U.S.A.” to “one of the safest – In just a few weeks.”

Trump’s remarks follow the expiration of his 30-day emergency declaration, during which federal law enforcement, including the National Guard, was deployed in the city. The White House shared data indicating over 2,100 arrests during the deployment period, with violent crime reportedly down 39 percent compared to last year. Homicides dropped by 53 percent, and carjackings saw an 87 percent decrease, according to Metropolitan Police Department figures.

Mayor Bowser, who initially supported the federal intervention, highlighted the importance of the surge in reducing crime. “We know that when carjackings go down, when use of guns goes down, when homicide or robbery go down, neighborhoods feel safer and are safer,” she said during a press conference on August 27. However, she has not yet responded to Trump’s latest comments.

Protests erupted earlier this month against the deployment of federal law enforcement, with demonstrators opposing what they described as an overreach of federal authority. Trump, however, has maintained that his actions were necessary to “re-establish law, order, and public safety” in the capital.

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Utah Governor: Charlie Kirk’s Assassin Had Trans Partner, Was Steeped in ‘Leftist Ideology.’

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk’s alleged assassin, Tyler Robinson, had ties to a transgender partner and leftist ideology, according to Utah Governor Spencer Cox (R).

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Charlie Kirk, Tyler Robinson, Spencer Cox, and Robinson’s transgender partner.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Kirk was killed on Wednesday during an American Comeback Tour event on the Utah Valley University campus. Details about Robinson were disclosed in interviews on Sunday.

💬KEY QUOTE: “There clearly was a leftist ideology with this—with this assassin.” – Spencer Cox

🎯IMPACT: Kirk’s assassination has intensified debates on the dangers of transgenderism, political violence, and far-left extremism.

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Utah Governor Spencer Cox (R) stated on Sunday that Tyler Robinson, accused of assassinating Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk last week, was romantically involved with a transgender partner and held leftist ideological views. Cox shared these details during an interview on CNN’s State of the Union.

“Yes, I can confirm that,” Cox responded when questioned about Robinson’s relationship with a transgender. He added, “The roommate was a romantic partner, a male transitioning to a female. This partner has been incredibly cooperative, had no idea that this was happening, and is working with investigators right now.”

Cox further explained that Robinson, a 22-year-old expected to face charges on Tuesday, appeared to embrace leftist beliefs, according to statements from his family and friends. “There clearly was a leftist ideology with this—with this assassin,” Cox said. He cautioned that it remains uncertain whether the transition of Robinson’s partner was a motivating factor.

Turning Point USA has scheduled a memorial service for Kirk on September 21 in a football stadium near Phoenix, Arizona, with President Donald J. Trump confirming his attendance.

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Thousands Gather at Kennedy Center for Charlie Kirk Vigil Celebrating His Influence and Legacy.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Thousands gathered for a prayer vigil in honor of Charlie Kirk at the Kennedy Center.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Attendees included Health Secretary Robert Kennedy, Speaker Mike Johnson, 85+ Members of Congress, and other notable figures.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The event took place on Sunday evening at the Kennedy Center.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Charlie Kirk would not want us to be overcome by despair.” – Speaker Mike Johnson

🎯IMPACT: The vigil highlighted Kirk’s significant influence on the political landscape and the unity among his supporters.

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The Kennedy Center was the venue for a significant prayer vigil on Sunday evening, drawing thousands to honor Charlie Kirk. The event was marked by the presence of prominent figures, including Health Secretary Robert Kennedy and Speaker Mike Johnson.

Speaker Mike Johnson addressed the crowd, noting that “a dark shadow has been cast” over America but emphasized that Kirk would not want his followers to be consumed by despair. He reminded attendees that Kirk was never driven by hate.

Among those who spoke was White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, who credited Charlie Kirk with playing a pivotal role in President Trump’s November victory. She highlighted the ongoing influence of Kirk’s work on the administration’s efforts.

Tulsi Gabbard used her speech to criticize the emptiness and hatred of Kirk’s detractors, attributing it to their lack of faith. Robert Kennedy received a warm welcome, with chants of “USA! USA!” as he took the stage, reminding the audience of the enduring impact of loss.

The event underscored the significant impact Charlie Kirk has had on American politics and the deep respect and admiration he commands among his supporters and colleagues.

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September 12, 2025
War
World

Trump Admin Backs Condemnation of Israel’s Qatar Strike at UN Security Council.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) condemned an Israeli strike on a residential compound in Doha, Qatar, targeting senior Hamas members.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Israel, Hamas, the United Nations Security Council, Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani, and U.S. officials.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The strike occurred in Doha, Qatar, with an emergency meeting convened in New York at the United Nations (UN) headquarters.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Israel, led by blusterous extremists, has gone beyond any borders, any limitations when it comes to behaviour.” – Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani.

🎯IMPACT: The statement marks a rare unanimous decision by the Security Council, including U.S. backing, and raises questions about fraying U.S.-Israel relations.

IN FULL

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) unanimously condemned an Israeli strike on a residential compound in Doha, Qatar that targeted senior Hamas figures. The council’s statement—supported by all 15 members, including the United States, did not explicitly name Israel, but made clear its objections to the strike.

In an emergency session, Qatar’s Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al‑Thani said, “Israel, led by blusterous extremists, has gone beyond any borders, any limitations when it comes to behaviour. We are unable to predict what Israel will do.” He warned the assault forced the international community “before a test.”

Israel’s envoy, Danny Danon, defended the bombing. saying, “This strike sends a message that should echo across this chamber. There is no sanctuary for terrorists, not in Gaza, not in Tehran, not in Doha.”

Hamas reported that its negotiating team survived the strike but said five people were killed, including the son of its chief negotiator, Khalil al‑Hayya. A Qatari security officer was also among the dead.

President Donald J. Trump criticized the attack, saying, “Unilaterally bombing inside Qatar, a sovereign nation and close ally of the United States, that is working very hard, and bravely taking risks with us to broker peace, does not advance Israel or America’s goals.”

Notably, Qatar hosts a large U.S. military base, and recently struck a trade and investment deal with President Trump, with many suggesting that Israel conducting such a strike on the Gulf state’s capital regardless undermines American interests.

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September 12, 2025
News
Politics

State Legislature Approves Trump-Endorsed GOP Redistricting Plan.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The Missouri state legislature passed a redistricting plan that could add another Republican-leaning House seat.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Missouri lawmakers, Republican Gov. Mike Kehoe, President Donald J. Trump, and Missouri Democratic Rep. Emanuel Cleaver.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The plan was passed on Friday in Missouri and awaits the governor’s signature.

💬KEY QUOTE: “A new, much fairer, and much improved, Congressional Map, has now overwhelmingly passed both Chambers of the Missouri Legislature.” – Donald Trump

🎯IMPACT: The new map could shift Missouri to seven Republican-leaning districts and one Democratic-leaning district, potentially strengthening the GOP in the House of Representatives.

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Missouri lawmakers have approved a new congressional redistricting plan that could shift the state’s political arithmetic further in favor of Republicans. The state senate passed the plan on Friday, sending it to Republican Governor Mike Kehoe, who has already signaled his intention to sign it into law. The state house had approved the measure earlier in the week.

The newly drawn map would divide the Kansas City area in a way that makes Democratic Representative Emanuel Cleaver’s district more conservative-leaning. If enacted, the changes would alter Missouri’s congressional makeup from the current six Republican-leaning and two Democrat-leaning districts to a seven-to-one split.

President Donald J. Trump has endorsed the Missouri plan, applauding lawmakers on Truth Social. He wrote that the new map “will, hopefully, give us an additional Seat in Congress” and help send another “MAGA Republican to Congress.”

“A new, much fairer, and much improved, Congressional Map, has now overwhelmingly passed both Chambers of the Missouri Legislature,” he added.

Missouri’s redistricting push follows similar efforts in other key states. In Texas, Republican Governor Greg Abbott recently signed a bill that increases the number of GOP-leaning districts from 25 to 30 out of 38, cutting five Democratic-leaning seats in the process. In California, Democrat Governor Gavin Newsom has proposed shifting redistricting powers away from the state’s independent commission and placing them under legislative control in retaliation for the Texan redistricting move.

However, Newsom’s scheme has been met with public backlash, with a recent poll showing nearly two-thirds of Californians oppose it.

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September 12, 2025
Christopher Tomlinson
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Secret Service Agent Suspended for Cheering Charlie Kirk’s Assassination.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A Secret Service agent has reportedly been suspended after mocking the assassination of Charlie Kirk,

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Charlie Kirk, Agent Anthony Pough, and the U.S. Secret Service (USSS).

📍WHEN & WHERE: Plough made his comments on September 10; he was reportedly suspended on September 12.

💬KEY QUOTE: “[I]f you are Mourning this guy .. [sic] delete me. He spewed hatred and racism on his show.” – Anthony Pough

🎯IMPACT: Pough is just one of many people losing their jobs as a result of glorifying the death of Kirk on social media.

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A U.S. Secret Service (USSS) agent has been suspended and may soon be fired after mocking the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, who was shot and killed on September 10. Pough had blamed “karma” for Kirk’s murder saying, “[I]f you are Mourning this guy .. [sic] delete me. He spewed hatred and racism on his show.”

Pough added, “At the end of the day, you answer to GOD and speak things into existence. You can only circumvent karma, she doesn’t leave.”

He also had a history of opposing Trump administration initiatives, including the ban on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, saying, “DEI stops NEPOTISM.”

In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination at Utah Valley University, several public figures have faced backlash for comments accused of mocking or minimizing his death. A video emerged showing Representative Ilhan Omar (D‑MN) and former MSNBC host Mehdi Hasan laughing as they criticized Kirk’s past statements immediately following his killing.

Meanwhile, MSNBC terminated political analyst Matthew Dowd after he appeared to suggest that Kirk had, through his political style and rhetoric, invited “hateful action” against himself. Dowd later apologized, stating he never intended to imply Kirk was to blame for his murder.

The Pentagon has issued a “zero tolerance” directive for military personnel and Department of War civilians, warning that any celebration or mockery of Kirk’s assassination is strictly forbidden.

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September 12, 2025
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Ally of UK PM Refuses to Expel Oxford Union Prez Who Celebrated Charlie Kirk Assassination.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: University College, Oxford, has decided not to expel George Abaraonye, the incoming president of the Oxford Union, despite his celebrating the assassination of Charlie Kirk.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: George Abaraonye, the Oxford Union, and Valerie Amos, the Master of University College, Oxford, a member of the House of Lords for Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s Labour Party.

📍WHEN & WHERE: September 12, at University College, Oxford.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Though Mr Abaraonye’s comments are abhorrent, they do not contravene the College’s policies on free speech, or any other relevant policy.” – Valerie Amos

🎯IMPACT: No disciplinary action will be taken against Abaraonye, maintaining his position at the Oxford Union.

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University College, Oxford, has decided not to expel George Abaraonye, the incoming president of the Oxford Union, despite his celebration of the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk. Valerie Amos, Master of University College and a member of the House of Lords representing Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s Labour Party, confirmed in a statement that while his remarks were “abhorrent,” they did not breach the College’s free speech policies, and therefore no disciplinary action will be taken.

Notably, Britain does not have American-style free speech rights, and people can be prosecuted and even imprisoned for sending “grossly offensive” messages, such as George Floyd memes, in private chats.

Leaked group‑chat messages show Abaraonye sending messages such as “Charlie Kirk got shot, let’s f**king go” alongside a prayer‑hands emoji, shortly after news spread of Kirk being shot at a Utah Valley University event.

Kirk and Abaraonye had engaged in debate just months prior at an Oxford Union event in May, where they discussed issues including “toxic masculinity.”

Abaraonye has since issued a public apology, saying his reaction was impulsive, that the comments were made before Kirk was confirmed deceased, and that he deleted them once he learned of his passing. However, he still defended himself by pointing to what he saw as the harm caused by some of Kirk’s rhetoric.

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September 12, 2025
Immigration
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State Dept Bars Entry to Foreigners Glorifying Violence, Hatred After Kirk Assassination.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The State Department says it will take action against foreign visa holders and visa applicants who “glorify violence and hatred” in the wake of the assassination of Charlie Kirk.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, alleged assassin Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old Utah resident, foreign visa holders and applicants, and U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The assassination occurred on Wednesday at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, with the State Department visa warning issued on Thursday, September 11, 2025.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Foreigners who glorify violence and hatred are not welcome visitors to our country,” said Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau.

🎯IMPACT: The U.S. State Department has directed consular officials to take appropriate action against foreigners praising or rationalizing the event.

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The State Department has issued a strong statement to those seeking immigrant visas following the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, warning that “foreigners who glorify violence and hatred are not welcome” in the United States.

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau addressed the matter in a Thursday post on X (formerly Twitter), stating, “In light of yesterday’s horrific assassination of a leading political figure, I want to underscore that foreigners who glorify violence and hatred are not welcome visitors to our country.”

He further added, “I have been disgusted to see some on social media praising, rationalizing, or making light of the event, and have directed our consular officials to undertake appropriate action. Please feel free to bring such comments by foreigners to my attention so that the [State Department] can protect the American people.”

The politically-motivated assassination occurred on Wednesday at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, where 22-year-old Tyler Robinson allegedly shot Kirk from approximately 200 yards away using a high-powered rifle. Kirk, 31, was transported to a hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

President Donald J. Trump announced early Friday morning that Robinson had been taken into custody by law enforcement. The 22-year-old will be arraigned in a Utah court next Tuesday. He is set to face charges of aggravated murder, obstruction of justice, and felony discharge of a firearm causing serious bodily injury.

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September 12, 2025
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Stephen King Issues Tepid Apology for False Claim Charlie Kirk ‘Advocated Stoning Gays to Death.’

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Stephen King weakly apologized after falsely claiming that Charlie Kirk advocated stoning homosexuals to death.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Stephen King, Charlie Kirk, and commentators.

📍WHEN & WHERE: King’s false claim circulated on social media on Thursday following Kirk’s assassination at Utah Valley University on Wednesday, with King issuing an apology on Friday morning.

💬KEY QUOTE: “I apologize for saying Charlie Kirk advocated stoning gays. What he actually demonstrated was how some people cherry-pick Biblical passages.” – Stephen King

🎯IMPACT: The apology came after significant backlash, with evidence presented contradicting King’s claim.

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Author and leftist social media commentator Stephen King was forced to apologize and delete a post on X (formerly Twitter) in which he falsely claimed that assassinated Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk had advocated killing homosexuals. “He advocated stoning gays to death. Just sayin,” King wrote in a post on Thursday, justifying Kirk’s assassination.

However, multiple X users responded to King’s post, noting Kirk never advocated for such a thing, and while the conservative organizer declared that he believed in biblical marriage between one man and one woman, he also welcomed members of the gay community into his conservative movement.

“Hey [Stephen King], you are more monstrous than any of the characters you ever came up with. Charlie was never anything but kind to me and my husband,” Dave Rubin, a prominent gay right-winger, wrote in response to King.

Others pointed to past statements by Kirk, including a November 2019 post on X: “I believe marriage is one man one woman. Also gay people should be welcome in the conservative movement. As Christians we are called to love everyone. I will always stand against people who wish to establish their own personal values as a reason to kick others out of the movement.”

Following the pushback, King, who infamously included a child orgy in a sewer in his novel It, deleted his post, writing, “I apologize for saying Charlie Kirk advocated stoning gays. What he actually demonstrated was how some people cherry-pick Biblical passages.”

The National Pulse reported last November that, following President Donald J. Trump’s landslide election victory, King had vowed to leave X. “I’m leaving Twitter. Tried to stay, but the atmosphere has just become too toxic,” King declared, adding: “Follow me on Threads, if you like.” King’s hiatus was brief, however, with the author returning to X on February 20, 2025.

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