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Gutfeld Explodes On Fox News After Charlie Kirk Assassination

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Greg Gutfeld erupted on Fox News after the shocking assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, delivering a searing warning to those who think violence can silence political movements.

The Turning Point USA founder was gunned down Wednesday during an appearance at Utah Valley University.

He was only 31 years old when a rooftop shooter opened fire in broad daylight.

Witnesses watched as Kirk collapsed instantly after being struck, rushed to the hospital, and later pronounced dead.

On “The Five,” Gutfeld’s outrage came after co-host Jesse Watters spoke of the tragic loss.

Gutfeld began by offering sympathy to Kirk’s family, saying, “I know that it’s somewhat an object of mockery to say ‘thoughts and prayers,’ but thoughts and prayers for his family. They need it from all of us.”

Then his tone shifted sharply. “And Jesse’s right, if they can do this, they can do anything. I think that was the message. I believe that was the message,” he said.

Gutfeld then issued a warning that the assassination was a massive miscalculation by those hoping to suppress conservatives.

“It’s really hard to radicalize Republicans. You know, we’re not the radical type,” he remarked.

“But if you thought that you were going to shut a movement down, you’re going to get a rude awakening,” he concluded. “You woke us the f**k up!”

While conservatives reeled from the killing, liberal news outlet MSNBC sparked outrage with their coverage.

Host Katy Tur branded Kirk “divisive” and “polarizing.” Contributor Matthew Dowd even speculated aloud that the bullet might have come from a supporter’s “celebratory” gunfire, a suggestion blasted as absurd.

“[We] don’t know any of the full details of this yet,” Dowd claimed. “We don’t know if this is a supporter shooting their gun off in celebration or… So we have no idea about this.”

He described Kirk as “one of the most divisive younger figures” on the right and claimed “hateful thoughts lead to hateful words, which then lead to hateful actions.”

Dowd’s comments enraged Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy, who shredded the network online.

“Hey @MSNBC I’m gonna go ahead and rule out that it was one of Charlie Kirk’s supporters that accidentally shot him with a celebratory gun shot,” he shot back.

In another post, Portnoy fumed that Dowd’s speculation was an “unhinged rant” from a “lefty lunatic.”

“Imagine saying somebody basically deserves to get murdered for their political beliefs just cause you don’t agree with him,” he wrote.

“RIP Charlie Kirk,” he added. “It doesn’t matter what your opinion is of Charlie or his politics if you don’t view this as one of the darkest days in American history than you are part of the problem.”

OutKick’s Clay Travis also torched MSNBC, posting that the commentary was “utterly despicable.”

“MSNBC guest says Charlie should expect to get shot based on what he says,” he commented.

“I can’t believe this is real. The left wing in this country is evil and violent.”

MSNBC later issued an apology and confirmed Dowd was dismissed. Network president Rebecca Kutler admitted his remarks were “inappropriate, insensitive and unacceptable.”

Dowd followed with a personal apology on BlueSky, writing, “I apologize for my tone and words. Let me be clear, I in no way intended for my comments to blame Kirk for this horrendous attack. Let us all come together and condemn violence of any kind.”

High-profile figures across entertainment, politics, and sports poured in tributes.

Actor Chris Pratt wrote, “Praying for Charlie Kirk right now, for his wife and young children, for our country. We need God’s grace. God help us.”

His father-in-law, Arnold Schwarzenegger, called the killing a “horrible tragedy” and urged Americans to rediscover their “better angels.”

“Politics has become a disease in this country, and it’s deadly,” the “Terminator” star posted. “But don’t listen to the pessimists who say there is no cure. There is a cure. It is inside of us.”

“We must find our better angels and walk back from the extremes. If we can’t agree on anything else, we must find agreement that we don’t solve our debates with violence,” the former Governator concluded.

“This is a horrible tragedy. May it also be a moment for everyone to rediscover their humanity.”

Musician Kid Rock declared Kirk a “true PATRIOT” in his post. Former race car driver Danica Patrick wrote on Instagram, “I can’t believe it. What is wrong with people?”

Dr. Phil shared a video, calling Kirk “husband, father, friend, American” and saying his “spirit, passion and message will live on.”

Athletes joined the chorus of condolences and condemnations of anyone cheering about Kirk’s horrific death.

Tim Tebow called Kirk “a man of passion, courage, and devotion” and said he and his wife were praying for Kirk’s widow and children.

Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III described the killing as “disturbing, disgusting and wrong.”

“It’s okay to disagree with someone’s political views, but celebrating his death makes you a despicable human,” he added. “No one deserves to be gunned down for their beliefs.”

Ravens star Lamar Jackson reposted comments blasting those celebrating online, with one saying, “Celebrating the death of someone you don’t share the same beliefs as is wild. Seeing it play out in real time is disgusting.”

Jake Paul, YouTuber and boxer, posted that Kirk was targeted for “telling the truth.”

“We need God more than ever. Praying for Charlie’s family and praying for these evil people to heal,” he noted.

Meanwhile, prominent Hollywood liberals used the moment to push for gun control.

Actor George Takei posted that he hoped Kirk’s death would inspire “common sense limits on firearms.”

Author Stephen King claimed the tragedy was “another example of American gun violence.”

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