Senator Britt Calls for Unity After Shocking Political Assassination

U.S. Senator Katie Britt didn't mince words Thursday morning, addressing the media alongside top leadership to unveil legislation targeting Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism, with humanitarian considerations in mind.

Britt Condemns Killing of Charlie Kirk

Her powerful statement followed the tragic assassination of conservative political activist and Turning Point USA co-founder, Charlie Kirk, on Wednesday. Britt spoke passionately about the killing, holding the media accountable.

"Political violence has absolutely no place in America," Britt (R-Montgomery) declared. "What happened yesterday was sickening, disgusting. It was a political assassination, and everyone here has a duty to call it what it is."

Utah Shooting Investigation Underway

The shooting in Utah on Wednesday led to local, state, and federal authorities taking two suspects into custody, though the shooter is reportedly still at large.

Reports indicate that bullet casings found near the scene at Utah Valley University were engraved with "expressions of transgender and antifascist ideology."

Remembering Charlie Kirk

"Charlie's faith was paramount, his family everything," Britt said, reflecting on Kirk's life. "Our prayers are with his wife and children. He influenced countless Americans, including my own children. It's unthinkable that this is happening here in the United States."

Britt concluded with a plea: "The time for unity, the time for peace, is now."