Obama criticizes US political divide amid Charlie Kirk shooting aftermath
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Obama condemned the shooting of Charlie Kirk, emphasizing the tragedy while defending the right to criticize political figures. The incident involved Tyler Robinson, charged with murder, allegedly targeting Kirk out of hatred. Following the event, some Republicans blamed the left and called for punitive measures against inflammatory comments, but Obama warned against extremist rhetoric from the government, highlighting its danger to national stability.
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