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Republican Lawmakers Demand Investigation Into Leftist Funding After Assassination

9/13/2025

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A group of 23 Republican lawmakers, led by Rep. Chip Roy, seeks a select committee to investigate funding for leftist movements after Charlie Kirk's assassination.
They link the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) to violence against conservatives, noting Kirk's placement on the SPLC's "Hate Map."
The lawmakers accuse George Soros and others of influencing judicial decisions that release violent criminals, threatening public safety.
Their letter reflects President Trump's commitment to uncovering funding for political violence, framing it as an ideological battle against American values.
They attribute rising crime rates to funding from U.N. organizations during the Biden administration and call for immediate action.

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A group of 23 Republican lawmakers, led by Rep. Chip Roy, seeks a select committee to investigate funding for leftist movements after Charlie Kirk's assassination.
They link the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) to violence against conservatives, noting Kirk's placement on the SPLC's "Hate Map."
The lawmakers accuse George Soros and others of influencing judicial decisions that release violent criminals, threatening public safety.
Their letter reflects President Trump's commitment to uncovering funding for political violence, framing it as an ideological battle against American values.
They attribute rising crime rates to funding from U.N. organizations during the Biden administration and call for immediate action.