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Judge Forced to Cut Off Ryan Routh’s Bizarre Opening Statement in Trump Assassination Trial.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Ryan Routh, the man accused of attempting to assassinate Donald J. Trump during a golf outing in Florida last year, forfeited his right to continue his opening statement during his trial after veering off topic to discuss Adolf Hitler and global conflicts.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Ryan Routh, the defendant, is representing himself in the trial presided over by U.S. District Court Judge Aileen Cannon. Secret Service agents, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agents, and a civilian witness also testified.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The trial began on September 11, 2025, in Fort Pierce, Florida, following the alleged assassination attempt on September 15, 2024, at Trump’s West Palm Beach country club.

💬KEY QUOTE: “I gave you one more chance and you continued to read what has no relevance for this case,” said Judge Aileen Cannon to Routh during his opening statement.

🎯IMPACT: Routh has pleaded not guilty to charges including attempted assassination of a presidential candidate, assaulting a federal officer, and firearm violations. The proceedings are expected to continue for several weeks.

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Ryan Routh, a 59-year-old defendant accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald J. Trump, forfeited his right to continue his opening statement during his trial in Fort Pierce, Florida, after veering bizarrely off topic. U.S. District Court Judge Aileen Cannon warned Routh multiple times to stay relevant, ultimately stopping him after he discussed Adolf Hitler and conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza.

“I gave you one more chance and you continued to read what has no relevance for this case,” Judge Cannon said, cutting off Routh’s remarks.

Prosecutors allege that Routh meticulously planned the attack, aiming a rifle at Trump as he played golf on September 15, 2024, at his West Palm Beach country club. A Secret Service agent spotted Routh before he could fire and shot at him, causing him to drop his weapon and flee. Assistant U.S. Attorney John Shipley described the plot as “carefully crafted and deadly serious.”

During the initial stage of the trial on Thursday, five witnesses testified, including two Secret Service agents, two Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agents, and a civilian named Tommy McGee. McGee recounted following Routh after the incident to record his license plate, unaware that Trump was the intended target. Secret Service Agent Robert Fercano testified that he was just five feet away from Routh when he spotted the rifle aimed from the bushes.

Routh, who is representing himself, asked only a few questions during cross-examinations, often referring to himself in the third person. When he asked Agent Fercano if he had been harmed, the agent replied, “I wasn’t physically harmed, but I was mentally harmed from you pointing a gun at me.”

Routh has pleaded not guilty to charges including attempted assassination of a presidential candidate, assaulting a federal officer, and firearm violations. The proceedings are expected to continue for several weeks.

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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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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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2 hours ago
Crime
Immigration

Injured ICE Officer Fatally Shoots Illegal Immigrant After Being Dragged by Car.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer opened fire, killing an illegal immigrant who attempted to evade arrest and dragged an officer with his car.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: ICE officers, including one injured officer, and an illegal immigrant suspect with a history of reckless driving.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Friday in Franklin Park, a suburb about 18 miles west of Chicago.

💬KEY QUOTE: “We are praying for the speedy recovery of our law enforcement officer. He followed his training, used appropriate force, and properly enforced the law to protect the public and law enforcement,” said Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin.

🎯IMPACT: The incident highlights the dangers faced by ICE officers amid an ongoing immigration enforcement operation in Chicago called “Midway Blitz.”

IN FULL

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reported that a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer fatally shot an illegal immigrant suspect in Franklin Park, Illinois, on Friday. The illegal immigrant, who had a history of reckless driving, attempted to evade arrest by driving his car at the officers, striking and dragging one of them.

According to DHS, the officer opened fire after feeling his life was in danger. Both the officer and the illegal immigrant were transported to a local hospital, where the suspect was pronounced dead.

DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin stated, “We are praying for the speedy recovery of our law enforcement officer. He followed his training, used appropriate force, and properly enforced the law to protect the public and law enforcement.”

The incident occurred during ICE’s “Midway Blitz,” an immigration enforcement operation in Chicago. McLaughlin also highlighted the challenges officers face, citing “viral social media videos and activists encouraging illegal aliens to resist law enforcement” as increasing risks for ICE personnel.

The injured officer is expected to make a full recovery after having suffered lacerations and significant leg injuries.

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Tyler Robinson Faces Death Penalty, Aggravated Murder Charge for Assassination of Charlie Kirk.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Tyler Robinson has been arrested and is set to be charged on Tuesday with aggravated murder, obstruction of justice, and felony discharge of a firearm causing serious bodily injury in connection with the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, and Tyler Robinson, the suspect in custody.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Kirk was assassinated on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah; Robinson will be formally charged in a Utah court next Tuesday.

💬KEY QUOTE: “The following information was obtained by your affiant from police officers, multiple video recordings posted on social media websites, Utah Valley University campus surveillance cameras, and those who witnessed the incident.” – Utah County Sheriff’s Office

🎯IMPACT: Utah Governor Spencer Cox (R) has announced that state officials are moving to pursue the death penalty for Robinson.

IN FULL

Tyler Robinson, arrested in connection with the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University, 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.

According to a probable cause statement, the Utah County Sheriff’s Office detailed extensive evidence against Robinson. The statement explained that information was gathered from police officers, multiple video recordings, campus surveillance cameras, and eyewitness accounts.

The assassination of Charlie Kirk occurred on September 10, 2025, when Kirk was speaking at a political event in the courtyard area of Utah Valley University. While addressing the crowd, Kirk was shot in the neck and later pronounced deceased at Timpanogos Regional Hospital.

Surveillance footage revealed a suspect, identified as a white male with dark hair, wearing a black shirt with an American flag and eagle design, dark jeans, and Converse-style shoes. The suspect was seen moving through the campus and eventually positioning himself on the rooftop of the Losee Center building, where he assumed a prone shooting position overlooking the event.

Utah Governor Spencer Cox (R) has stated that the state will seek the death penalty in this case. Investigators continue to review evidence as the case develops.

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4 hours ago
Immigration
Politics

Dem Rep. Crockett Dismisses Woman Murdered by Illegal as ‘Random Dead Person.’

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) dismissed Kayla Hamilton, a young woman murdered by an MS-13 illegal immigrant, as a “random dead person” during a House Judiciary Committee markup on a bill named in Hamilton’s honor.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett, Congressman Russell Fry (R-SC), Kayla Hamilton, and her family.

📍WHEN & WHERE: During a House Judiciary Committee markup session.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Stop just throwing a random dead person’s name on something for your own political expediency.” – Jasmine Crockett

🎯IMPACT: Crockett’s comments sparked backlash, with Congressman Fry calling them “disgusting rhetoric” and demanding an apology to Kayla Hamilton’s family.

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During a House Judiciary Committee markup session, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) dismissed Kayla Hamilton, a young woman murdered by an MS-13 illegal immigrant, as a “random dead person.” The comments came in response to a bill, the Kayla Hamilton Act, named in honor of the victim.

Kayla Hamilton, 20, was sexually assaulted and strangled to death by Walter Javier Martinez, a 17-year-old migrant who entered the U.S. under Unaccompanied Alien Child (UAC) status. Martinez was sentenced to 70 years in prison earlier this year.

Crockett criticized the naming of legislation after victims, complaining, “Stop just throwing a random dead person’s name on something for your own political expediency.” She further accused Republicans of exploiting killings by migrants for political purposes, claiming, “Y’all find one terrible situation that took place, and then you say that person’s name, and you wear it out, and you make it political.”

Congressman Russell Fry (R-SC), the sponsor of the Kayla Hamilton Act, condemned Crockett’s remarks, stating, “To dismiss her life so callously is not only disgusting rhetoric, it’s shameful behavior. Let me be clear: Kayla Hamilton was not just a random person. She was a young woman with a family and a future.” Fry called for a public apology from Crockett to Kayla’s family and other Americans affected by crimes committed by illegal immigrants.

The Kayla Hamilton Act would require the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to assess whether unaccompanied alien children pose a danger to themselves or their communities before being released. Kayla’s mother, Tammy Nobles, expressed support for the legislation, stating, “If that had happened in the case of Kayla’s murderer, authorities would have known he was an MS-13 gang member.”

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Trump Floats RICO Charges for Soros After Charlie Kirk Assassination.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: President Donald J. Trump announced potential federal charges against billionaire plutocrat and far-left financier George Soros, suggesting a Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act case.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Trump, George Soros, and Trump administration officials.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Trump’s remarks were made on Friday, September 12, 2025.

💬KEY QUOTE: “We’re going to look into Soros because I think it’s a RICO case against him and other people, because this is more than protests. This is real agitation; this is riots on the street—and we’re going to look into that.” — President Trump

🎯IMPACT: The President’s remarks signal a possible federal crackdown on far-left organizations like Antifa and their financial backers.

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President Donald J. Trump signalled his administration may soon begin investigations into far-left organizations like Antifa and their financial backers, including infamous Hungarian billionaire George Soros and his son Alex. Speaking during a television interview on Friday, President Trump stated, “We’re going to look into Soros because I think it’s a RICO case against him and other people because this is more than protests. This is real agitation; this is riots on the street—and we’re going to look into that.”

Trump’s comments follow previous suggestions of charging the Soros family under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act, particularly for alleged involvement in funding violent opposition to federal immigration enforcement actions and National Guard deployments assisting in crime crackdowns.

Soros’s Open Society Foundation (OSF) responded by denying any support for violent protests, calling the prosecution threats “outrageous.” The foundation claims it has consistently maintained a stance against violence.

This is not the first time President Trump has singled out George and Alex Soros as possible subjects of a RICO investigation. In an August post on Truth Social, Trump wrote: “George Soros, and his Wonderful Radical Left son, should be charged with RICO because of their support of Violent Protests, and much more, all throughout the United States of America. We’re not going to allow these lunatics to rip apart America any more, never giving it so much as a chance to ‘BREATHE,’ and be FREE.”

According to the Department of Justice (DOJ), the federal RICO statute—established in 1970—aims to eliminate organized crime’s infiltration into legitimate organizations. It is broad enough to address illegal activities impacting interstate or foreign commerce. Notably, Soros’s Open Society Foundations have financially supported groups involved in contentious protests and rallies, including one advocating for an accused MS-13 gang member.

Soros’s network has provided millions in funding to organizations such as CASA and Human Rights First, which have been involved in pro-illegal immigrant advocacy and lawsuits against Trump administration policies. Open Society Foundations also allegedly funneled significant funds to groups linked to anti-Israel protests, including those justifying Hamas’s October 7, 2023, terror attacks on Israel.

Soros’s foundations have reportedly funneled over $15 million to groups behind anti-Israel protests since 2016, including $13.7 million through the Tides Center.

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5 hours ago
War
World

Iran Offers Missiles to Qatar in Exchange for Expelling U.S. Troops.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: An Iranian lawmaker urged Qatar to expel U.S. forces and allow Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) to deploy missiles on its territory, following an Israeli strike on the Qatari capital of Doha.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Iranian lawmaker Mojtaba Zarei, Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the U.S. military, and Israel.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The statement was made on Thursday, following the Israeli strike in Doha earlier in the week.

💬KEY QUOTE: “I propose that the U.S. Army, accomplice of Israel, be expelled from Qatar, and that the Revolutionary Guard aerospace force deploy Fattah hypersonic missiles on your soil to defend your sovereignty,” Zarei stated.

🎯IMPACT: The proposal highlights growing tensions in the Gulf region amid expanding Israeli military operations, and Iran’s push to expand its military influence.

IN FULL

Iran is urging Qatar to expel American military forces from Al Udeid Air Base—a regional command hub for U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM)—and instead allow Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) to deploy missiles in the country. The move, ostensibly in response to Israel’s recent strike on the Qatari capital of Doha targeting leaders of the Hamas terrorist group, is unlikely to receive much serious consideration from Qatar’s government.

The Israeli strike on Tuesday killed a Qatari security officer and several Hamas members. Iran has accused the U.S. of complicity in the attack, putting Qatar in a precarious position. However, Iran also attacked Qatar earlier this year with missiles, after the United States bombed and destroyed several Iranian nuclear program facilities. Notably, the Iranian missiles were easily intercepted by U.S. air defenses in Qatar.

Mojtaba Zarei, an Iranian lawmaker, addressed Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in a statement on X (formerly Twitter). “I propose that the U.S. Army, accomplice of Israel, be expelled from Qatar, and that the Revolutionary Guard aerospace force deploy Fattah hypersonic missiles on your soil to defend your sovereignty,” he wrote in Farsi. Zarei also suggested that the emir should request support from the Revolutionary Guard in Qatar.

Iran’s armed forces have accused the U.S. of backing Israel’s actions, with Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi stating, “The Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran will never hesitate to support our Qatari brothers.” However, U.S. President Donald J. Trump has clarified, “This was a decision made by Prime Minister Netanyahu; it was not a decision made by me,” and come out strongly against the attack.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed Israel’s sole responsibility for the operation.

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6 hours ago
World

Trump’s Energy Secretary Predicts Prolonged European Reliance on U.S. Energy.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The European Union (EU) pledged to purchase $750 billion of American oil, gas, and nuclear energy over the next three years as part of a trade deal with the United States.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and President Donald J. Trump.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The agreement followed meetings in Brussels, Belgium, and Strasbourg, France, this week, with the trade deal initially struck at the end of July.

💬KEY QUOTE: “The huge American abundant energy resources allow us to be a key energy supplier to our allies around the world that previously have been buying oil and gas and other technologies from adversaries.” – Chris Wright

🎯IMPACT: The deal aims to reduce EU dependency on Russian fossil fuels while strengthening U.S.-EU energy ties and addressing global energy security concerns.

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The European Union (EU) has committed to purchasing $750 billion worth of American oil, gas, and nuclear energy over the next three years, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright revealed during his visit to Brussels, Belgium. This agreement is part of a broader reset in global energy relations.

“I think it’s a long-term change,” Wright stated, emphasizing the significant infrastructure investments required for energy trade, particularly liquefied natural gas (LNG). He added, “This isn’t going to be three and a half years, and it’ll all be over.”

While Wright portrayed the deal as a long-term partnership, the European Commission described it as a short-term measure to address immediate energy needs. Ursula von der Leyen, the EU Commission President, also called for the development of “clean homegrown energy” during a speech in Strasbourg, France.

Wright highlighted the mutual benefits of the deal, stating that it would help the EU phase out Russian fossil fuels. He noted that the US capacity to export LNG would double under the Trump administration. However, analysts have questioned the feasibility of the $750 billion target, though Wright argued it could be met by replacing Russian energy imports directly and indirectly.

Diplomatic sources suggest that President Donald J. Trump has pressed the EU to impose 100 percent tariffs on China and India, countries that continue to purchase Russian energy. Wright declined to comment on this but reiterated that the U.S. is positioning itself as a reliable energy supplier to allies worldwide. “The huge American abundant energy resources allow us to be a key energy supplier to our allies around the world that previously have been buying oil and gas and other technologies from adversaries,” he said.

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7 hours ago
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Pentagon Enforces ‘Zero Tolerance’ Policy on Mockery of Charlie Kirk Assassination.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The Pentagon issued a firm warning against celebrating or mocking the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell, War Department Secretary Pete Hegseth, Navy Secretary John Phelan, and Republican Rep. Derrick Van Orden (R-WI).

📍WHEN & WHERE: Statements were made on social media, following the assassination of Charlie Kirk.

💬KEY QUOTE: “It is unacceptable for military personnel and Department of War civilians to celebrate or mock the assassination of a fellow American,” said Sean Parnell.

🎯IMPACT: Military leadership has committed to addressing inappropriate behavior swiftly and decisively.

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The Pentagon has announced a “zero tolerance” policy toward any personnel who celebrate or mock the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Sean Parnell, the Assistant Secretary of War for Public Affairs, stated late Thursday: “It is unacceptable for military personnel and Department of War civilians to celebrate or mock the assassination of a fellow American. The Department of War has zero tolerance for it.”

War Department Secretary Pete Hegseth amplified Parnell’s message, writing in a post on X (formerly Twitter), “We are tracking all these very closely—and will address immediately. Completely unacceptable.”

Secretary of the Navy John Phelan also issued a warning, declaring, “I want to be very clear: any uniformed or civilian employee of the Department of the Navy who acts in a manner that brings discredit upon the Department, the [U.S. Navy] or the [U.S. Marine Corps] will be dealt with swiftly and decisively.”

Representative Derrick Van Orden (R-WI) responded directly to Phelan, stating, “I will be explicitly clear with you… if you do not take prompt, direct, and decisive action to clear the ranks of this shit from my Navy, I will do everything in my power to kick you to the curb. If your JAG’s have a problem with this, they can find a job somewhere else. Wearing a uniform is a privilege not a right. You will unfuck this promptly.”

Leaders from other branches of the military, including Air Force Secretary Troy Meink and Army Secretary Dan Driscoll, echoed similar sentiments. Secretary Driscoll stated, “Posts that celebrate or mock the assassination of a fellow American are inconsistent with Army values. Full stop.”

The National Pulse reported on Wednesday that MSNBC terminated senior political analyst Matthew Dowd just hours after he made remarks on the assassination of Kirk, suggesting he had drawn “hateful actions” on himself.

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8 hours ago
Crime
News

Trump Orders National Guard Into This City:

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: President Donald J. Trump announced plans to deploy the National Guard to Memphis, Tennessee, as part of an anti-crime initiative.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Trump and the National Guard, with potential involvement from the Army.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Announced Friday; deployment planned for Memphis, Tennenesee.

💬KEY QUOTE: “The deployment would not be limited to the National Guard, and could include the Army if needed.” – President Trump

🎯IMPACT: Part of a broader anti-crime initiative to address public safety concerns in Memphis.

IN FULL

President Donald J. Trump announced on Friday that he would be deploying the National Guard to Memphis, Tennessee, as part of his ongoing anti-crime initiative. The President emphasized that the deployment would not be limited to the National Guard and could extend to include the Army if necessary. This marks a significant step in addressing public safety concerns in the city.

“The deployment would not be limited to the National Guard, and could include the Army if needed,” Trump stated. This move is part of a broader initiative by the Trump administration to tackle crime in urban areas.

Already, the Trump White House has seen success with the deployment of National Guard troops in Washington, D.C. These units have been able to replace the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) in more public, high-traffic areas, allowing the MPD, assisted by federal law enforcement, to focus on more direct policing in high-crime neighborhoods. This has resulted in a significant reduction of crime in the capital, especially carjackings.

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