DEVELOPING: Trump Blames Left-Wing Rhetoric for Escalating Violence Amid Charlie Kirk Murder Investigation

BREAKING NEWS President Trump has condemned the left and media for "demonizing" those they disagree with, linking their rhetoric to the escalating violence that led to the murder of Charlie Kirk, a close ally and CEO of Turning Point USA. Trump made the comments in a video message from the Oval Office on Wednesday evening, hours after Kirk was shot and killed at a Utah college campus event. Kirk, 31, was a prominent voice for young conservatives who had helped Trump win the 2024 election. His murder has sent shockwaves across the country, with many condemning the violence. In his statement, Trump said that "radical left political violence" has hurt too many innocent people and taken too many lives. He specifically pointed to the left's rhetoric as a contributing factor to the escalating violence. This is not the first time Trump has linked liberal rhetoric to violence. However, his comments on Wednesday evening sparked immediate backlash from critics who accused him of politicizing a tragedy. The investigation into Kirk's murder is ongoing, with authorities working to determine the motive and identify any potential suspects. As the nation grapples with the aftermath of this tragic event, Trump's comments have added fuel to an already contentious debate about free speech and political violence. THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY We will provide updates as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Npr.*