Well-known far-right commentator and podcaster Charlie Kirk was killed in the United States. His death could reflect a deep social and political crisis in the country. The murder may be used to further political confrontation or point to heightened tensions following the current administration's course.
Recently, Donald Trump himself survived an assassination attempt during his election campaign. Such events highlight the divisions within American society, creating opportunities for destabilization that can be exploited by America’s adversaries.
Charlie Kirk was a typical representative of the ultra-conservative MAGA movement that supports Donald Trump. His views on global issues, such as the Russia-Ukraine war, matched the ideology of this group. For Trump, Kirk was a valuable figure, able to communicate far-right ideas to younger audiences—a demographic seen by many as critical for Trump’s political future.
Experts note that this tragedy could be politically manipulated. The US has previous experience with declassifying files on the Kennedy assassinations, yet the details of such high-profile crimes are often unclear, fueling conspiracy theories and political use of such tragedies.
Donald Trump may try to use the situation to strengthen his own political position and avoid addressing difficult issues like Russia’s actions in Ukraine and Poland. His recent conversation with Poland’s president during the news about Kirk’s murder revealed a lack of adequate response to NATO’s latest challenges.
The direction ahead will depend on whether this event leads to more confrontation or encourages political unity. So far, there are no signs of real consolidation, and further escalation of internal tensions in the US could serve the interests of the country’s adversaries.
