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Oxford Union President-Elect Faces Backlash Over Assassination Celebration

9/14/2025

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George Abaraonye, the president-elect of the Oxford Union, faces disciplinary action for celebrating Charlie Kirk's assassination.
He shared celebratory messages on WhatsApp and Instagram following Kirk's shooting at Utah Valley University.
The Oxford Union is investigating complaints but cannot dismiss him outright.
A no-confidence vote against Abaraonye requires support from 150 life members.
He later apologized, stating his reaction was impulsive but justified by Kirk's rhetoric.

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George Abaraonye, the president-elect of the Oxford Union, faces disciplinary action for celebrating Charlie Kirk's assassination.
He shared celebratory messages on WhatsApp and Instagram following Kirk's shooting at Utah Valley University.
The Oxford Union is investigating complaints but cannot dismiss him outright.
A no-confidence vote against Abaraonye requires support from 150 life members.
He later apologized, stating his reaction was impulsive but justified by Kirk's rhetoric.