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Senator Kelly: Political Violence Rises Amid Trump's Accusations

11/22/2025

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U.S. Senator Mark Kelly warns that threats to his family's safety have risen after U.S. President Donald Trump accused him and other Democratic lawmakers of "seditious behavior."
He notes his wife survived an assassination attempt in 2011.
He highlights rising political violence, citing the firebombing of a governor's residence and assassinations of political figures, and says Trump incites violence.

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U.S. Senator Mark Kelly warns that threats to his family's safety have risen after U.S. President Donald Trump accused him and other Democratic lawmakers of "seditious behavior."
He notes his wife survived an assassination attempt in 2011.
He highlights rising political violence, citing the firebombing of a governor's residence and assassinations of political figures, and says Trump incites violence.