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Stephen King Apologizes After Controversial Charlie Kirk Claim

9/12/2025

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Stephen King faced backlash from MAGA figures after alleging Charlie Kirk supported “stoning gays to death.”
King made the claim on X in response to praise for Kirk, who was shot at a Utah event.
Kirk had referenced biblical scripture condemning homosexuality.
After the outrage, King apologized for misrepresenting Kirk's views.
MAGA figures, including Sen. Mike Lee and Sebastian Gorka, condemned King’s remarks as defamatory.

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Story summary

Stephen King faced backlash from MAGA figures after alleging Charlie Kirk supported “stoning gays to death.”
King made the claim on X in response to praise for Kirk, who was shot at a Utah event.
Kirk had referenced biblical scripture condemning homosexuality.
After the outrage, King apologized for misrepresenting Kirk's views.
MAGA figures, including Sen. Mike Lee and Sebastian Gorka, condemned King’s remarks as defamatory.