House Republicans Demand Select Committee Investigating Radical Left Influence After Kirk Shooting

In the wake of the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, a coalition of over two dozen House Republicans led by Rep. Chip Roy is demanding the formation of a select committee to investigate what they describe as a coordinated assault on America by the 'radical left.' The lawmakers allege that a network of leftist donors, organizations, and officials, including George Soros and the Southern Poverty Law Center, are funding and enabling violence and lawlessness, citing incidents such as Kirk's assassination and other attacks as evidence. They argue the committee should have full subpoena power and personnel with prosecutorial or law enforcement experience to uncover the financial and organizational forces behind these alleged coordinated attacks. The Southern Poverty Law Center has defended its work as crucial for protecting civil rights and combating extremism. Meanwhile, Democratic leaders in Arizona have filed an ethics complaint against Republican Rep. John Gillette for Islamophobic remarks, highlighting ongoing partisan tensions and concerns over hateful rhetoric. These developments underscore the deep divisions and heightened political conflict in the U.S. Congress and the broader national discourse.