Leftist Celebrations of Charlie Kirk Assassination Spark Political Backlash Across US

The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has sparked nationwide reactions, with tens of thousands attending vigils and many on the right honoring his legacy, while some on the left have been reported celebrating his death, leading to widespread controversy. Former Democratic strategist Dan Turrentine speculated that if a left-wing figure like Kirk had been assassinated, there might have been riots, highlighting contrasting party reactions. Westchester County’s top Democrat faced criticism for not firing a school cop who celebrated Kirk's shooting, raising concerns about safety and accountability. Media figures and Democrat operatives have attempted to downplay or deny the extent of left-wing celebrations, despite evidence and reports from various sources. Senate Majority Leader John Thune condemned the normalization of violent behavior on the radical left, citing online celebrations and political violence as dangerous trends. Meanwhile, Rep. Ilhan Omar denied that Democratic voters were celebrating political violence, though lawmakers from both parties have condemned such acts and called for respectful discourse following the tragedy.