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Oxford Union Condemns President-elect's Celebration of Kirk's Assassination

9/11/2025

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The Oxford Union condemned President-elect George Abaraonye's comments celebrating Charlie Kirk's assassination, reaffirming their commitment to free speech and opposition to political violence.
Abaraonye's WhatsApp messages included phrases like “Charlie Kirk got shot, let’s f****** go,” leading to backlash and calls for his removal.
Kirk, a conservative activist, was shot at Utah Valley University, labeled a political assassination by authorities.
President Trump called Kirk a "martyr for truth and freedom," prompting accusations of politicization.
The Oxford Union's leadership distanced itself from Abaraonye, emphasizing respectful debate and offering condolences to Kirk's family.

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The Oxford Union condemned President-elect George Abaraonye's comments celebrating Charlie Kirk's assassination, reaffirming their commitment to free speech and opposition to political violence.
Abaraonye's WhatsApp messages included phrases like “Charlie Kirk got shot, let’s f****** go,” leading to backlash and calls for his removal.
Kirk, a conservative activist, was shot at Utah Valley University, labeled a political assassination by authorities.
President Trump called Kirk a "martyr for truth and freedom," prompting accusations of politicization.
The Oxford Union's leadership distanced itself from Abaraonye, emphasizing respectful debate and offering condolences to Kirk's family.