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Iowa Lawmakers Demand Dismissals Over Charlie Kirk's Death Celebration

9/16/2025

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Iowa lawmakers are responding to Charlie Kirk's death, demanding the dismissal of university employees who allegedly celebrated it online.
Rep. Taylor Collins and Sen. Lynn Evans criticized the social media posts from Iowa State University employees as disturbing.
Iowa Board of Regents President Sherry Bates condemned the posts, emphasizing the board's commitment to free speech and respectful discourse.
The board will discuss employee records and potential firings in a closed session.
PEN America raised concerns about the implications of such firings on academic freedom.

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Iowa lawmakers are responding to Charlie Kirk's death, demanding the dismissal of university employees who allegedly celebrated it online.
Rep. Taylor Collins and Sen. Lynn Evans criticized the social media posts from Iowa State University employees as disturbing.
Iowa Board of Regents President Sherry Bates condemned the posts, emphasizing the board's commitment to free speech and respectful discourse.
The board will discuss employee records and potential firings in a closed session.
PEN America raised concerns about the implications of such firings on academic freedom.