MSNBC generates outrage over its coverage of Charlie Kirk's attack: It insinuated he was guilty

MSNBC faced intense criticism for comments made during its coverage of the attack on conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was killed at a university event in Utah. Users on social media and opinion portals accused the channel of downplaying the seriousness of the event and even blaming Kirk himself for what happened. 

Criticism of MSNBC's coverage

According to publications highlighted by Visegrád 24, an MSNBC anchorwoman called Kirk "divisive and polarizing" amid coverage of the shooting. It was also noted that the network suggested the administration could use the incident to justify deploying more federal troops.

Conservative media outlet Townhall, in particular, questioned a claim that suggested Kirk's thoughts might have contributed to the attack. "You can't stop with these awful thoughts you have and then say these awful words and then not expect awful actions to take place," he was heard saying during the broadcast. The phrase was described as "disgusting" by the portal's X account.

Another speculation that generated backlash was the hypothesis that a celebrating supporter could have fired the shot. In response, Bonchie, of RedState, wrote on X: "I have no words for how awful these people are."