Trump Blames Radical Left for Charlie Kirk Assassination, Calls for National Healing

Following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, President Donald Trump has escalated his criticism of the "radical left," blaming them for obstructing national healing and political violence in America. Trump described left-wing groups as "lunatics" who do not play fair and suggested that Democratic megadonor George Soros should be investigated and jailed, accusing him of funding violent protests and supporting opposition forces. The suspected assassin, Tyler Robinson, left bullet casings inscribed with anti-fascist slogans and internet memes, but his exact political affiliations remain unclear, with reports indicating conflicting views about his ideology. Despite Robinson’s family’s MAGA support, evidence shows he had recently become politically active and harbored animosity toward Kirk. Trump pledged to hold accountable those responsible for the shooting and the organizations supporting them, signaling a potential crackdown on left-wing groups. Meanwhile, Utah Governor Spencer Cox has called for calm and greater tolerance amid rising political tensions following the tragedy.