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Michigan Senate Divided Over Charlie Kirk Memorial Resolution

10/23/2025

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Nesbitt Condemns Violence

On October 14, 2025, Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt (R-MI) introduced a resolution memorializing Charlie Kirk and condemning political violence.
Democratic leadership sent the measure to committee without a vote.
Nesbitt accused Democrats of exploiting Kirk's death for political gain.
In the Michigan Senate, Republican Sen. Joe Bellino (R-MI) criticized a Democratic resolution condemning political violence as "complete bulls---," prompting Senate Majority Leader Erika Geiss (D-MI) to intervene.

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Presidents Address Free Speech

Only 17 of 100 college presidents issued statements about the assassination of Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist, raising free-speech concerns.
University of Wyoming President Ed Seidel condemned the attack.
Princeton University President Christopher Eisgruber remained silent.
Oklahoma State University faced backlash after an administrator reprimanded a student for honoring Kirk.
The episode highlights ongoing tensions over free expression and political violence on campuses.

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Nesbitt Condemns Violence

On October 14, 2025, Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt (R-MI) introduced a resolution memorializing Charlie Kirk and condemning political violence.
Democratic leadership sent the measure to committee without a vote.
Nesbitt accused Democrats of exploiting Kirk's death for political gain.
In the Michigan Senate, Republican Sen. Joe Bellino (R-MI) criticized a Democratic resolution condemning political violence as "complete bulls---," prompting Senate Majority Leader Erika Geiss (D-MI) to intervene.

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