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September 19, 2025
Politics

Senate to Slash Trump Nominee Backlog with 108 Confirmations in a Month.

PULSE POINTS

❓WHAT HAPPENED: Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) filed a resolution to expedite the confirmation of 108 Trump administration nominees, addressing a significant backlog.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: John Thune, Hershel Walker, Sergio Gor, Benjamin Black, Mike Waltz, and Senate Republicans and Democrats.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The resolution was filed late Thursday night, with confirmations expected by early October. The Senate is advancing these nominations in Washington, D.C.

🎯IMPACT: The resolution aims to clear a backlog of key Trump administration nominees, ensuring their roles are filled before critical events like the UN General Assembly.

IN FULL

The Republican-controlled Senate is set to clear a backlog of 108 Trump administration nominees for key executive branch roles by early October. Positions range from ambassadors to U.S. attorneys to deputy and assistant department secretaries, and have been held up for months by Democrat obstructionism in the upper chamber of Congress.

Late Thursday night, Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) filed a resolution to confirm the nominees in a large batch. Last week, Thune invoked a so-called nuclear option, passing a rule change that allows executive branch nominees to be confirmed in large groups rather than individually. Senate Democrats brought the process of confirming Trump administration nominees to a halt by forcing roll-call votes on each individual nominee and dragging out confirmations as long as possible.

Among those nominated are Herschel Walker, tapped to serve as U.S. Ambassador to the Bahamas; Sergio Gor, nominated for U.S. Ambassador to India; and Benjamin Black, who has been selected to lead the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC). Former national security advisor Mike Waltz has been nominated to serve as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations (UN).

The resolution comes as the UN General Assembly’s high-level meetings approach, where Waltz’s confirmation is critical for full participation. Waltz’s nomination was advanced by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee in July but faced procedural delays, requiring a revote. The committee approved him again on September 11 by a narrow margin.

The Senate has already made progress under the new process, confirming 48 Trump nominees in an initial package. This included Stephen Miran, who was confirmed to the Federal Reserve Board earlier this week, enabling his participation in the Fed’s mid-September meetings.

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September 19, 2025
Politics

AOC Considering 2028 Presidential Bid.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Far-left Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) is reportedly ramping up her political operation for a potential 2028 presidential run.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT), and possible donors and supporters.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Ocasio-Cortez has been holding town halls across upstate New York and participating in a national “Fighting Oligarchy” tour with Bernie Sanders for several months. The report about her potential presidential run and political operation ramp-up surfaced on Friday.

💬KEY QUOTE: “She has a supporter base that, in many ways, has a larger potential width than Bernie’s,” said Ari Rabin-Havt, a Progressive commentator and former aide to Sen. Sanders.

🎯IMPACT: The potential run would position Ocasio-Cortez as the leading figure for the progressive wing of the Democratic Party, with implications for both Senate and presidential races.

IN FULL

Far-left Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY)—popularly known as AOC—is reportedly ramping up her political operation ahead of a potential presidential run in 2028. It is believed Ocasio-Cortez and her team are weighing whether to pursue the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY)—who has signalled he may not run for re-election in 2028—or aim for the White House.

AOC, who represents parts of Queens and the Bronx, has been working to expand her influence both in New York and across the country. She has joined Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) on his nationwide “Fighting Oligarchy” tour and has held town halls throughout upstate New York this summer. Additionally, she has invested significant resources into growing her social media presence and compiling a list of potential supporters and donors, according to reports.

While no official decision has been made, it is believed Ocasio-Cortez’s team aims to keep her options open. Some allies believe that even if she doesn’t think she can secure the presidential nomination, a run for the White House would ensure the progressive wing of the Democratic Party has a voice in the primary, similar to Sanders’s 2016 campaign against Hillary Clinton.

If she opts to pursue a Senate seat, Ocasio-Cortez could challenge Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, though it appears he may not seek re-election. Schumer, 74, has served five terms and last won re-election in 2022 without facing a serious challenge from the left.

Ari Rabin-Havt, a former Sanders aide, told the media on Friday, “She has a supporter base that, in many ways, has a larger potential width than Bernie’s. She has been in the glare of the spotlight from day one and has the national campaigning experience a lot of other potential candidates are now trying to get.”

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September 19, 2025
William Upton
Politics

These Are the 58 Democrats Who Voted Against Honoring Charlie Kirk:

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A total of 58 Democrat lawmakers in the House of Representatives voted against a resolution honoring the life of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated last week in Utah.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: House Democrats, House Republicans, and Charlie Kirk.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Friday, September 19, 2025.

💬KEY QUOTE: The resolution “honors the life, leadership, and legacy of Charlie Kirk” and “calls upon all Americans—regardless of race, party affiliation, or creed—to reject political violence, recommit to respectful debate, uphold American values, and respect one another as fellow Americans.”

🎯IMPACT: Despite significant Democrat opposition, the Republican-led resolution passed the House on Friday after being unanimously adopted in the Senate.

IN FULL

A total of 58 Democrat lawmakers in the House of Representatives voted against a resolution honoring the life of Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated last week in Utah. The Democrat “NO” votes are—for the most part—a who’s who of some of the most partisan members of Congress, including high-profile lawmakers such as Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) and Jasmine Crockett (D-TX).

Despite significant Democrat opposition, the Republican-led resolution passed the House on Friday after being unanimously adopted in the Senate. Ninety-five Democrats voted with Republicans to pass the resolution, which states that “leaders at every level—government, education, media, and beyond—must stand united in unequivocal condemnation of political violence, regardless of their ideology.”

Additionally, the resolution “honors the life, leadership, and legacy of Charlie Kirk” and “calls upon all Americans—regardless of race, party affiliation, or creed—to reject political violence, recommit to respectful debate, uphold American values, and respect one another as fellow Americans.”

The Democrats voting against the resolution are as follows:

Gabe Amo (D-RI), Joyce Beatty (D-OH), Wesley Bell (D-MO), Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (D-GA), Shontel M. Brown (D-OH), André Carson (D-IN), Troy A. Carter (D-LA), Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL), Yvette D. Clarke (D-NY), Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO), James E. Clyburn (D-SC), Jasmine Crockett (D-TX), Danny K. Davis (D-IL), Veronica Escobar (D-TX), Adriano Espaillat (D-NY), Cleo Fields (D-LA), Shomari Figures (D-AL), Valerie P. Foushee (D-NC), Maxwell Frost (D-FL), Sylvia R. Garcia (D-TX), Jimmy Gomez (D-CA), Al Green (D-TX), Jahana Hayes (D-CT), Steven Horsford (D-NV), Glenn Ivey (D-MD), Jonathan L. Jackson (D-IL), Pramila Jayapal (D-WA), Henry C. “Hank” Johnson, Jr. (D-GA), Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-CA), Robin L. Kelly (D-IL), Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), Summer L. Lee (D-PA), Lucy McBath (D-GA), LaMonica McIver (D-NJ), Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Kweisi Mfume (D-MD), Gwen Moore (D-WI), Seth Moulton (D-MA), Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), Ilhan Omar (D-MN), Ayanna Pressley (D-MA), Mike Quigley (D-IL), Delia C. Ramirez (D-IL), Emily Randall (D-WA), Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (D-VA), Terri A. Sewell (D-AL), Lateefah Simon (D-CA), Marilyn Strickland (D-WA), Emilia Strong Sykes (D-OH), Shri Thanedar (D-MI), Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Rashida Tlaib (D-MI), Lauren Underwood (D-IL), Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY), Maxine Waters (D-CA), Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ), Nikema Williams (D-GA), and Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL).

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September 18, 2025
Politics

Democrats Remove Post Mocking Assassination of Charlie Kirk.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The Yakima County Democrats faced backlash for posting a Facebook message mocking Charlie Kirk shortly after his assassination.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Yakima County Democrats, Charlie Kirk, Yakima County Party Chair Soneya Lund, and Kelso City Councilman Jim Hill.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Washington State, in the days following Kirk’s assassination.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Our deepest apologies for our oversight and insensitivity.” – Soneya Lund

🎯IMPACT: The incident highlights growing hostility and political tensions in Washington State following Kirk’s death, with additional controversies erupting across the state.

IN FULL

The Yakima County Democratic Party in Washington State is facing continued backlash over a social media post mocking the assassination of Turning Point USA (TPUSA) founder Charlie Kirk. “Blah blah blah Charlie Kirk hmm hmm hmm radicalized nada nada nada facists [sic],” the county party wrote in a now-deleted Facebook post following Kirk’s death, allegedly at the hands of 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, motivated by far-left politics and transgender ideology.

Soneya Lund, the chair of the Yakima County Democratic Party, issued an apology after Washington State residents began objecting to the post, claiming a volunteer had written the unauthorized message. “The Yakima Democrats do not condone violence of any sort, political or not. While we may not agree with an individual’s political stance, we 100% support their rights to vocalize them. Again, our thoughts and prayers are with [Erika] Kirk and their young children. … Our deepest apologies for our oversight and insensitivity,” Lund said.

Notably, the Yakima County incident is just the latest in Washington State in the fallout of Kirk’s assassination. Kelso, Washington, city councilman Jim Hill drew national attention and criticism over a post on a local news website in which he dismissed Kirk as a “podcaster” who “became rich and recognized because his lips were firmly attached to Trump’s behind.”

“The fact in my humble opinion is this. There is one less voice to promote Trump’s agenda. Where Trump and his minions want our Country to go. Perhaps it’s a good thing his voice was silenced,” Hill wrote.

He added, “Assassinations are going to continue. That there is unprecedented hate, I think, is out there. And guns are going to be the answer, to whether we continue to seek the ideals of our Constitution, continue our search for a better nation on one side, or Trumpism wins out.”

The comments received almost immediate pushback, with numerous individuals arguing that Hill was justifying political violence and encouraging further attacks.

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September 18, 2025
Politics

Judge Faces Ethics Reprimand for Making Almost a Thousand Democrat Donations.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A Florida judge made hundreds of political donations totaling around $29,000 to Democrat-aligned organizations or candidates, violating judicial ethics rules.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Judge Diana Tennis and the Florida Judicial Qualifications Commission.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Donations were made since 2016; the case was filed at the Florida Supreme Court on Tuesday.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Judge Tennis admitted to her misconduct and has cooperated with the Commission in all respects during this inquiry. She has expressed deep regret that her conduct could have eroded the public’s perception of the integrity of the judiciary and judicial elections.” – Florida Judicial Qualifications Commission

🎯IMPACT: The case raises concerns about judicial impartiality, and the Florida Supreme Court will determine whether to approve a recommended public reprimand.

IN FULL

A Florida judge is facing disciplinary action for illicit political contributions barred under state ethics rules. According to a filing made earlier this week, Judge Diana Tennis made over 900 donations totaling approximately $29,000 to Democrat-aligned organizations and candidates. These donations, according to the Florida Judicial Qualifications Commission, violated judicial ethics rules outlined in Canons 1, 2A, and 7A (1)(e), which prohibit judges from making political contributions.

The commission noted that while other judges have made political donations, Tennis was described as “far and away the most prolific offender” in both the number of contributions and the total amount given. The organizations and campaigns receiving her donations included Democratic congressional candidates, pro-abortion PACs, and Joe Biden‘s presidential campaign.

Tennis expressed remorse for her actions, claiming that she misunderstood the rules and believed the prohibition only applied to state-level candidates. She also stated that some donations were unintentionally authorized as recurring payments or split into multiple entries by platforms or committees. Despite her explanations, the commission emphasized that her actions could undermine public trust in the judiciary.

In light of her cooperation and lack of prior disciplinary history, the commission recommended a public reprimand. “Judge Tennis admitted to her misconduct and has cooperated with the Commission in all respects during this inquiry. She has expressed deep regret that her conduct could have eroded the public’s perception of the integrity of the judiciary and judicial elections,” the commission said in its filing.

The Florida Supreme Court will now review and approve the recommendation. If accepted, Tennis will receive a public reprimand. If rejected, the case could proceed to a full hearing before the Judicial Qualifications Commission.

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September 17, 2025
Politics
UK

Farage Scores First Defection from Governing Labour Party.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Mason Humberstone, a Labour councillor, has defected to Nigel Farage’s Reform Party, marking the first such defection from Britain’s governing Labour Party to Farage’s populists.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Mason Humberstone, Nigel Farage, Reform UK, and Labour.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The defection was announced on September 17, involving the Old Town ward in Stevenage, a Labour-run council area.

💬KEY QUOTE: “It isn’t ordinary, hardworking people in Stevenage and across our country who’ve left Labour—Labour has left us. The party I joined is lost, without vision, mired in scandal, and too often speaking for a metropolitan elite rather than the people they’re meant to serve.” – Mason Humberstone

🎯IMPACT: The defection raises concerns for Labour about its appeal to working-class but socially conservative voters, as Reform continues to gain traction with defections from both Labour and the formerly governing Conservative (Tory) Party.

IN FULL

Mason Humberstone, a Labour Party councillor elected in May 2023 to represent the Old Town ward in Stevenage, England, has become the first Labour politician in England to defect to Nigel Farage‘s Reform Party. His departure marks a significant moment for Farage’s party, which has seen a growing number of defections from both the formerly governing Conservative (Tory) Party and independent politicians in recent months.

Announcing his decision, Humberstone criticised Labour, which has governed Britain under Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer since mid-2024, saying, “It isn’t ordinary, hardworking people in Stevenage and across our country who’ve left Labour, Labour has left us. The party I joined is lost, without vision, mired in scandal, and too often speaking for a metropolitan elite rather than the people they’re meant to serve.”

Reform leader Nigel Farage welcomed the defection, calling it further evidence that his party is attracting support from across the political spectrum. “We are winning the support of young people from across the political landscape,” he said.

Humberstone’s move follows a string of high-profile defections to Reform in recent months. Earlier this month, Danny Kruger, the sitting Conservative Member of Parliament (MP) for East Wiltshire, quit the Tory party to join Reform, declaring, “The Conservatives are over.”

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September 17, 2025
Election Integrity
Politics

Anti-Trump Brad Raffensperger Enters Georgia Governor Race.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Anti-Trump Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger announced his candidacy for governor in a video on Wednesday.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Governor Brian Kemp, President Donald J. Trump, Brad Raffensperger, and other Republican and Democratic candidates.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Announcement made on September 17, 2025, in Georgia.

💬KEY QUOTE: “I follow the law and the Constitution, and I’ll always do the right thing for Georgia no matter what.” – Brad Raffensperger

🎯IMPACT: The race for Georgia’s gubernatorial seat is expected to be highly competitive in a state that has become a key battleground.

IN FULL

Anti-Trump Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger (R) announced Wednesday that he is running for governor. “I’m a conservative Republican, and I’m prepared to make the tough decisions,” he claimed in an announcement video, adding: “I follow the law and the Constitution, and I’ll always do the right thing for Georgia no matter what.”

The current governor, Brian Kemp (R), is term-limited, making the race open for new contenders. Raffensperger gained national attention after rejecting President Donald J. Trump‘s request to review voter irregularities in Georgia following the 2020 presidential election. Subsequently, the Georgia Secretary of State positioned himself as a staunch opponent of the America First leader.

Raffensperger insisted he was following the law during an interview on Meet the Press in 2021, saying, “I followed the law, I followed the Constitution. And they believe that’s the honorable thing to do.”

The National Pulse reported in October 2024 that Raffensperger was fundraising for a nonprofit lawfare group that he claimed would target any activists or election officials who raise concerns regarding voter fraud. Election Defense Fund, Inc.—a 501(c)4 nonprofit organization—was founded in 2023 and appeared to be run by Ryan Germany, the former General Counsel for Raffensperger. The group specifically targeted Georgia State Election Board members Dr. Jan Johnson, Janelle King, and Rick Jeffries. The three election officials spearheaded several significant election integrity efforts and changes to the state’s election rules regarding ballot counting.

The Republican primary will include other candidates such as Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones (R) and Attorney General Chris Carr (R). On the Democratic side, former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms (D) and former Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan (D), who recently switched parties, are in the running, along with State Sen. Jason Esteves (D) and State Rep. Derrick Jackson (D).

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September 16, 2025
Christopher Tomlinson
Crime
Politics

KASSAM: Charlie Kirk’s Assassination Was Inevitable, And Here’s Who Is to Blame…

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The National Pulse Editor-in-Chief, Raheem Kassam, has called for sweeping measures against the leftist political apparatus following the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Raheem Kassam. Charlie Kirk, far-left extremists, and their allies in media, academia, and politics.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Kassam made his remarks this past weekend at the Hoosier Leadership Summit, hosted by Senator Jim Banks (R-IN) in Indianapolis.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Don’t forget that these are not your friends. These are not people you can necessarily coexist with.” – Raheem Kassam.

🎯IMPACT: Kassam’s call echoes similar calls from Vice President J.D. Vance, Stephen Miller, and others in the America First movement to fight back against the violence of left-wing extremism and those who aid and support it.

IN FULL

This past weekend, The National Pulse Editor‑in‑Chief Raheem Kassam issued a forceful statement accusing left-leaning media outlets, politicians, and activists of demonizing conservatives and Christians both before and after the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk.

Speaking at the Hoosier Leadership Summit, hosted by Senator Jim Banks (R-IN) in Indianapolis, Kassam warned that the United States is facing “a latent terror network” and demanded legal and political consequences for those who have supported or enabled domestic violence and threats.

Kassam said that on January 6, he walked through crowds in the U.S. Capitol and watched people being targeted “just for peacefully praying in the halls of their Congress.” He added that he was put on two subpoena lists simply for having been around the Capitol that day and receiving e-mails about verifying votes correctly. He declared, “They cast a wide net, and we must cast a wider one.”

Kassam also sharply criticized news organizations such as MSNBC and CNN, accusing them of having “given material support and succor to a domestic terror faction.” He emphasized, “Don’t forget that these are not your friends. These are not people you can necessarily coexist with.”

“They have been demonizing us for speaking up for constitutional values, for Christian values, for so long now that what happened this week was, unfortunately, inevitable,” Kassam said.

“So I want to see all of them hauled before the committees. I want to see all of them hauled before the FBI and made to account for every single cent. George Soros, Alex Soros, the Ford Foundations—all of it. Every single one,” he continued, adding: “If one penny ended up in the pockets of somebody who has championed violence and championed threats, then there has to be legal recourse.”

The National Pulse chief said it is time to revive an early MAGA movement phrase left “forgotten for too long,” namely: “Lock them up.”

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September 16, 2025
Politics

Tim Walz Seeks Third Term as Minnesota Governor.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (D) announced his intention to seek a third term in office in 2026.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Governor Tim Walz, Democratic Party leaders, and Republican challenger Scott Jensen.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Announcement made Tuesday in Minnesota, coinciding with a special legislative election.

💬KEY QUOTE: “I want to make Minnesota a place where everyone has a chance to succeed, in every corner of the state.” – Tim Walz

🎯IMPACT: Walz’s decision adds to speculation about his future political ambitions and sets the stage for a competitive gubernatorial race in 2026.

IN FULL

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (D) announced on Tuesday that he plans to run for a third term in 2026. In his announcement video, Walz—the Democratic Party’s 2024 vice presidential nominee—stated, “I want to make Minnesota a place where everyone has a chance to succeed, in every corner of the state.”

Minnesota is one of several states that permits governors to serve more than two terms. Walz joins Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker (D) in seeking re-election in 2026. Both governors have been tied to a potential 2028 presidential run, suggesting their gubernatorial re-election bids serve as a means of keeping them politically relevant. However, current polling data shows both Democratic governors having an uphill fight against the likes of Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA) and far-left Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY).

Walz was re-elected to a second term in 2022, defeating his Republican challenger, Scott Jensen, by over seven percentage points. Jensen announced in July that he intends to face Walz again.

As Kamala Harris‘s 2024 vice presidential running mate, Walz did little to help the Democratic ticket in his home state. Harris, en route to her landslide defeat at the hands of President Donald J. Trump, only won Minnesota by just over four points—despite the state being a reliable Democrat bastion.

Already, Walz is facing significant pushback from voters over his response to the shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, in which two children died. The Minnesota governor has pushed for new gun control measures, ignoring the fact that the shooting was an ideologically motivated attack carried out by a transgender. He also openly fantasized about President Donald J. Trump dying this past Labor Day.

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September 16, 2025
Education
Politics

Over 100 Texas Teachers Suspended for Celebrating, Justifying Charlie Kirk’s Assassination.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The State of Texas is revoking over 100 teacher certifications due to inappropriate social media posts about the assassination of Charlie Kirk.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R), Texas Education Agency (TEA) Commissioner Mike Morath, Republican State Rep. Hillary Hickland, and Republican State Sen. Mayes Middleton.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The investigation began Friday in Texas following Kirk’s assassination on Wednesday at Utah Valley University.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Educators cheering murder must not only be fired, but also placed on do-not-hire registries and stripped of their certifications. There must be zero tolerance for this.” – Republican State Sen. Mayes Middleton

🎯IMPACT: Texas is taking strong measures to ensure educators who promote violent rhetoric are held accountable and prevented from teaching again.

IN FULL

The Texas state government announced that more than 100 school teachers are set to lose their certification over “reprehensible and inappropriate” celebrations of the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk. Governor Greg Abbott (R-TX) announced the revocations on Tuesday, revealing that the Texas Education Agency (TEA) launched an investigation last Friday into teachers it alleges “have proliferated such vile content.”

Local Texas news outlets report that state officials have already received over 180 complaints regarding educators who have either celebrated or justified Kirk’s assassination. “While the exercise of free speech is a fundamental right we are all blessed to share, it does not give carte blanche authority to celebrate or sow violence against those that share differing beliefs and perspectives,” the Texas Education Agency (TEA) announcement states.

One incident involved a Pflugerville ISD employee who posted that she refused “to feel bad about the death of a Nazi,” a comment highlighted by State Representative Hillary Hickland (R). Meanwhile, Texas State Senator Mayes Middleton (R) has called for stricter actions, stating, “Educators cheering murder must not only be fired, but also placed on do-not-hire registries and stripped of their certifications. There must be zero tolerance for this.”

Sen. Middleton further emphasized, “Their behavior proves they are unworthy of ever being entrusted with educating students again. No half measures and no passing the trash—our children must be protected from these vile individuals. I will fight to ensure they are held fully accountable.”

On Tuesday afternoon, Utah County Attorney Jeff Gray formally charged Tyler Robinson with the murder of Charlie Kirk. The charges include aggravated murder, felony discharge of a firearm, obstruction of justice, witness tampering, and committing a violent offense in the presence of a child.

Gray also confirmed that Robinson was in a relationship with a male-to-female transgender named Lance Twiggs, and had been becoming increasingly left-leaning and focused on gay and trans rights, citing his relatives.

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