"Driving the news: Candace Owens, a popular right-wing podcaster and conspiracy theorist, set off the clash Monday by claiming on her show that MAGA-friendly hedge fund manager Bill Ackman staged a private "intervention" for Kirk at an event in the Hamptons last month. Owens alleged that Ackman, who is Jewish and a vocal supporter of Israel, made "threats" after Kirk questioned Israel's handling of the war in Gaza."
"What they're saying: Ackman, Kirk allies and attendees of the Hamptons event flooded X with accusations that Owens is fabricating her claims. Ackman insisted there was no "intervention" or "blackmail," posting a WhatsApp conversation he had with Kirk exchanging pleasantries after the event. "[L]et's not let those emotions cause us to construct conspiracy theories that can cause innocent people serious and potentially deadly harm. One tragic and devastating loss is enough," Ackman said on X."
Candace Owens claimed that Bill Ackman staged a private intervention for Charlie Kirk in the Hamptons, alleging threats and a money offer to change Kirk's pro-Israel views. Owens presented no evidence for the money or coercion claims. Megyn Kelly said Kirk told her he felt frustrated and pressured but did not confirm financial or coercive allegations. Tucker Carlson said Kirk expressed hatred for Benjamin Netanyahu and urged highlighting alleged Israeli intelligence links to Jeffrey Epstein. Ackman and Kirk allies denied any intervention or blackmail, posted a WhatsApp exchange showing cordial pleasantries, and called for avoiding conspiracy theories that could cause harm.
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