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Politicians Cancel Public Events, Citing Security Concerns in Wake of Charlie Kirk Killing

HeadlineSep 12, 2025

At least two members of Congress canceled events Thursday, citing security concerns in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s murder — Republican Congressmember Nancy Mace and Democrat Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. The New York Yankees tightened security ahead of a game with the Detroit Tigers attended by President Trump, who watched through bulletproof glass. Trump was roundly booed.

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