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fromThe Washington Post
2 weeks ago

Alleged Minnesota shooter confessed to killings in letter to FBI director

A man confessed to murdering a Minnesota lawmaker, claiming it was part of a directed plot to kill politicians.
US politics
fromSocial Media Today
2 weeks ago

xAI Struggles to Make its Grok Bot Align With Elon Musk's Personal Opinions

Political opinions are polarized, with a significant disparity in how left and right-wing views are expressed online.
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

What do we know about what's driving political violence?

The motivations behind the shooter in the assassination attempt on President Trump remain unclear, highlighting a growing trend of political violence in the U.S.
US politics
#trump
fromTruthout
1 month ago
US politics

Trump Mocks Walz, Says He Won't Offer Condolences to Governor After Weekend Shootings Targeting Dem Lawmakers

fromTruthout
1 month ago
US politics

Trump Mocks Walz, Says He Won't Offer Condolences to Governor After Weekend Shootings Targeting Dem Lawmakers

US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Blood and bravado: the Trump shooting upended an election and shook the US

Trump survived an assassination attempt, leading to significant shifts in US political dynamics and discussions on political violence.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Chris Cuomo Torches Democrats After Organized' Attack on ICE Agents: What Are You, Nuts?!'

Ten people were charged with attempted murder for attacking an ICE detention center, illustrating the dangerous consequences of extreme political rhetoric.
fromeuronews
3 weeks ago

Suspect in shooting of Slovakia's Fico stands trial on terror charges

Juraj Cintula faces life imprisonment for shooting Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico, claiming political motives.
#colombia
US Elections
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

The attempted assassination of Colombian politician Miguel Uribe Turbay threatens a return to the violence of the past

A politician was shot during a campaign event in Bogotá, reviving fears of historical political violence in Colombia.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Colombian Presidential hopeful shot at Bogota rally

Colombian senator Miguel Uribe Turbay was shot during a campaign event, marking a significant act of political violence in the country.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Assassination attempt in Colombia sparks fears of return to bloody past: It's a devastating moment'

The assassination attempt on Uribe highlights deepening political violence in Colombia, echoing fears of a violent past.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Colombian Presidential hopeful shot at Bogota rally

Colombian senator Miguel Uribe Turbay was shot during a campaign event, marking a significant act of political violence in the country.
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago

Minnesota shooting suspect to remain in federal custody until trial

Vance Boelter waived his right to a bond and probable-cause hearing to expedite the trial and reveal the truth about the June 14 attacks.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Former January 6 defendant now advising justice department's weaponization working group'

Trump administration embraces January 6 rioters, appointing former FBI agent Jared L Wise to a weaponization working group after granting clemency.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

82-year-old woman who was injured in a firebomb attack in Boulder, Colorado, has died

An 82-year-old victim of a Molotov cocktail attack has died due to her injuries, prompting serious charges against the alleged attacker.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
1 month ago

In Hortman Killing, an Opportunity for Right-Wing Disinformation - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Just hours after Minnesotans learned that Democratic House leader Melissa Hortman had been assassinated, right-wing influencer Collin Rugg, who has 1.8 million followers on X, posted a 'report' that hinted that she'd been killed because of a recent vote on ending undocumented adults' ability to enroll in MinnesotaCare, a subsidized health insurance for the working poor.
US politics
#minnesota
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Dad went to war': Vance Boelter tried three lawmaker homes before killing Minnesota Rep. Melissa Hortman and husband, charges say

fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Minnesota shooting suspect had over 45 Democrat politicians on his list of potential targets

fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Dad went to war': Vance Boelter tried three lawmaker homes before killing Minnesota Rep. Melissa Hortman and husband, charges say

fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Minnesota shooting suspect had over 45 Democrat politicians on his list of potential targets

fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Slain Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman to be laid to rest in private funeral service

The tragic killing of Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman underscores the rising trend of political violence in the U.S.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Political violence is quintessentially American

The U.S. history of violence deeply influences its current political climate, marked by systemic issues and a culture of political violence.
#hate-crimes
#us-politics
fromWIRED
1 month ago

The Minnesota Shooting Suspect's Background Suggests Deep Ties to Christian Nationalism

During his life in the food industry and public service, Vance Boelter's evolving worldview appeared influenced by fringe theological ideas rooted in charismatic Christianity and Christian nationalism.
Right-wing politics
SF politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Fear Coursing Through State Capitols

The tragic shooting of Minnesota lawmakers emphasizes the increasing dangers faced by state and local politicians.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Taoiseach Micheal Martin's constituency office in Cork vandalised again with red paint

I can confirm there was an act of vandalism on the constituency office last night, this is the third such attack. Personal threats have also previously been sent to the office, warning the Taoiseach it will be made impossible for him to navigate in public spaces.
UK politics
#minnesota-shooting
fromPoynter
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Mike Lee baselessly blamed 'Marxists' after the Minnesota lawmaker shooting - Poynter

fromPoynter
1 month ago
Right-wing politics

How conservative X accounts promoted a wild theory implicating Gov. Tim Walz in a lawmaker's killing - Poynter

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
Right-wing politics

The Face of Evil': Ramsey County Sheriff Posts Photo of Minnesota Shooting Suspect Vance Boelter During Arrest

fromPoynter
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Mike Lee baselessly blamed 'Marxists' after the Minnesota lawmaker shooting - Poynter

fromPoynter
1 month ago
Right-wing politics

How conservative X accounts promoted a wild theory implicating Gov. Tim Walz in a lawmaker's killing - Poynter

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
Right-wing politics

The Face of Evil': Ramsey County Sheriff Posts Photo of Minnesota Shooting Suspect Vance Boelter During Arrest

fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

BACK

BACK artfully blends personal accounts of Syrian returnees with haunting visuals, revealing how deeply ingrained political trauma manifests in the subconscious minds of exiled individuals.
Independent films
fromMedievalists.net
1 month ago

Were there Conspiracy Theories in the Middle Ages? - Medievalists.net

Fully structured conspiracy theories were rare in the medieval world despite the existence of conspiracies.
Anti-Jewish sentiments often fueled conspiracy-like thinking during crises.
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Queer Wisconsin lawmakers Tammy Baldwin's and Mark Pocan's names found on Minnesota shooting suspect's list

Political violence against lawmakers raises serious concerns for public safety and political discourse.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Minnesota Murder Suspect's Spiritual Roots

The suspect's beliefs hint at a link between charismatic Christianity and extreme political actions.
Vance Boelter's actions may stem from a belief in spiritual warfare inspired by his past education.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Vance Boelter Seen Dancing While Preaching in Video

"Authorities say Boelter, who was arrested Sunday, is the man who disguised himself as a cop before fatally shooting Democratic State Rep. Melissa Hortman."
Right-wing politics
#israel
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Left-wing politics

DC Jewish Museum shooting shows political violence abroad is Israel's 'eighth front,' ambassador says

Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

DC Jewish Museum shooting shows political violence abroad is Israel's 'eighth front,' ambassador says

The assassination of Israeli diplomats symbolizes a new phase in Israel's conflict, termed the 'eighth front' of political violence.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

The Escalating Political Violence Didn't Come From Nowhere

The arrest of a suspect in the targeted shooting of lawmakers underscores the urgent need to address the escalating political violence.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Our beloved Melissa': grief over Minnesota killings and relief at suspect's capture

The community mourns the tragic loss of Melissa and Mark Hortman, victims of senseless political violence, while expressing gratitude for their legacy and the swift arrest of the suspect.
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago

Before Minnesota shootings, Florida moved to shield public officials' home addresses

Florida officials face frequent, unreported threats, prompting legislative efforts to protect their personal information after recent violent events.
Legislators seek legislation to ensure the safety of elected officials and their families amid rising threats.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Colombia presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe in critical' condition after emergency surgery

Colombian senator Miguel Uribe is in extremely critical condition after being shot in the head during a campaign event, undergoing multiple surgeries.
#crime
fromWIRED
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Minnesota Shooting Suspect Allegedly Used Data Broker Sites to Find Targets' Addresses

fromWIRED
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Minnesota Shooting Suspect Allegedly Used Data Broker Sites to Find Targets' Addresses

SF politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Lawmakers in Washington press for more security following Minnesota shooting

Congress is reevaluating its security measures following a tragic attack on lawmakers.
fromtime.com
1 month ago

The Rise of Political Violence and Targeting of Lawmakers in the U.S.

The recent shootings of Minnesota lawmakers again highlight the rising threat of political violence in the U.S., leading to severe consequences for elected officials and their families.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

He Voted For Your Dad': NewsNation Host Fact-Checks Don Jr. to His Face About Minnesota Shooter

Given the time we're having this conversation, do you have any thoughts on political violence and or the political rhetoric in this country?
US politics
fromWIRED
1 month ago

'Psyop': How Far-Right Conspiracy Theories About the Minnesota Shooting Evolved to Protect MAGA

Conspiracy theories emerged linking the shooting suspect to leftist ideologies despite evidence of his far-right affiliations.
NYC politics
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Gunmen shoot municipal mayor of southern Mexican state dead

The mayor of San Mateo Piñas, Lilia Gema García Soto, was killed in an attack, raising concerns over violence against elected officials in Mexico.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

The View Rips Mike Lee Over MN Political Shootings Posts

Sara Haines emphasized the growing dehumanization in political discourse, urging people to check in on their initial reactions to political violence, underscoring the need for empathy.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Sen. Klobuchar urges peers to mitigate 'inflamed' rhetoric after Minnesota shootings

Sen. Klobuchar advocates for civility after a Minnesota lawmaker was killed, highlighting the dangers of incendiary rhetoric in politics.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Sen. Jeff Merkley Blames Trump for MN Lawmaker Shootings

Sen. Jeff Merkley blames President Trump for fostering a climate of hate linked to recent shootings of Minnesota lawmakers.
SF politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Melissa Hortman, assassinated MN lawmaker, was a champion for families and LGBTQ+ rights

Melissa Hortman, former Minnesota House speaker, was assassinated in what Gov. Tim Walz called a targeted political violence act.
fromemptywheel
1 month ago

WSJ Memory Holes Trump's Near-Assassination of His Vice President - emptywheel

Trump has incited political violence, influencing followers to attack the Capitol and threaten government officials.
fromtime.com
1 month ago

What We Know About Vance L. Boelter, the FBI-Wanted Suspect in the Minnesota Lawmakers Attack

The attacks on Minnesota lawmakers, labeled as targeted political violence, highlight the distressing trend of such assaults on public officials, raising questions about safety and security.
Right-wing politics
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Amy Klobuchar Pays Tribute to Slain Minnesota Lawmaker in Emotional Interview: Loved By Democrats and Republicans'

Sen. Klobuchar paid tribute to Melissa Hortman, highlighting her dedication as a public servant murdered in a politically motivated attack.
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Minnesota killings spread fear in country riven by violence against politicians

Political violence and threats have escalated, affecting the safety and well-being of lawmakers like Daniel Hernandez.
The trauma caused by political rhetoric and violence significantly impacts the lives of elected officials and their families.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Manhunt continues for suspect in killings of US Democrat politician and husband

President Donald Trump remarked that 'such horrific violence will not be tolerated in the United States of America', in the wake of the politically motivated assassination of a Democratic politician.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Millions across US turn out for No Kings' protests against Donald Trump

Nationwide protests against Trump's excesses drew millions, emphasizing nonviolence despite police crackdowns and political violence.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on riots in Northern Ireland: racist violence does not express legitimate grievance' | Editorial

Political violence has historically hindered immigration to Northern Ireland, but recent riots reveal underlying tensions regarding the treatment of migrants.
#myanmar
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Trump's Revolutionary Logic Meets the California Protests

Revolutions often force leaders to choose between radicalization and compromise when faced with opposition.
fromFuturism
1 month ago

The Man Who Attempted to Assassinate Trump Was Reportedly "Having Conversations With Someone That Wasn't There"

The attempted assassination of President Trump reveals deep mental health issues and raises concerns over understanding the motivations behind such violent acts.
#antisemitism
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Antisemitic and Islamophobic violence is rising in the United States. Both must stop | Moustafa Bayoumi

Political violence against Jewish people is unacceptable and rising antisemitism must be opposed alongside violence toward Palestinians, Arabs, and Muslims.
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

DC antisemitic terror killings channel spirit of the campus protesters

Two Israeli Embassy staffers were killed in an antisemitic terrorist attack in Washington, DC, by a man influenced by anti-Zionist sentiments.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Antisemitic and Islamophobic violence is rising in the United States. Both must stop | Moustafa Bayoumi

Political violence against Jewish people is unacceptable and rising antisemitism must be opposed alongside violence toward Palestinians, Arabs, and Muslims.
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

DC antisemitic terror killings channel spirit of the campus protesters

Two Israeli Embassy staffers were killed in an antisemitic terrorist attack in Washington, DC, by a man influenced by anti-Zionist sentiments.
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Over 700 Deaths In 12 Months: The Liberal Democracies With The Most Political Violence Right Now

Political violence is rising in established liberal democracies despite their stability and freedoms.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Several injured after 'terror attack' on promenade in Colorado, US police say

The FBI cited a 'targeted terror attack' on a group gathered to raise awareness for Israeli hostages in Gaza, leaving six injured at a Boulder mall.
Black Lives Matter
UK news
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Denis Donaldson's daughter calls for urgent public inquiry into father's murder in wake of Adams case

Calls for inquiry into Denis Donaldson's death highlight concerns over political violence and media accountability.
US politics
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer Disappointed' as Trump Considers Pardoning Men Who Plotted to Kidnap Her

Governor Whitmer condemns Trump's suggestion to pardon plotters of her kidnapping, emphasizing the need to denounce political violence.
fromThe American Conservative
2 months ago

Randy Fine Should Resign

"We nuked the Japanese twice in order to get unconditional surrender, that needs to be the same here," Fine said during a Fox News interview.
Right-wing politics
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Shooting of Israeli embassy staffers underscores US era of violent populism'

The killing of two embassy staff in Washington reflects the surge in political violence amidst the Gaza war and broader societal tensions.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

DC Jewish Museum shooting witnesses offered help to 'distressed' Elias Rodriguez believing he was a victim

He was soaking wet. He was wearing a suit, glasses, brownish-black hair. He was pretty much in a state of shock. He sat by himself. He was pacing.
NYC LGBT
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