Miranda Devine, a prominent Fox News contributor, joined the “Fox & Friends Weekend” segment on Tuesday to condemn the Democratic Party’s handling of the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Kirk, a well-known conservative commentator and founder of the conservative youth group Turning Point USA, was shot and killed in November 2023. Devine specifically criticized the party’s opposition to a proposed resolution honoring Kirk’s contributions to conservative thought and youth engagement.
During the segment, Devine emphasized that the Democrats’ refusal to support the resolution reflected a broader pattern of what she described as “unhinged” rhetoric aimed at undermining conservative voices. She also referenced CNN’s Van Jones, who had previously shared a controversial message about Kirk on social media prior to his death. Devine suggested that Jones’ comments, though made before the assassination, contributed to an environment of hostility toward conservative figures.
Devine’s criticism aligns with her longstanding advocacy for conservative values and her frequent critiques of Democratic policies and rhetoric. Her comments on the segment underscore a growing tension within American politics, with conservatives accusing Democrats of engaging in divisive rhetoric that escalates polarization. The incident has reignited debates about the role of social media and public figures in shaping political discourse, particularly in the wake of high-profile incidents like Kirk’s assassination.