Republicans face backlash over controversial comments on Minnesota shooting
TL;DR
Following the deadly shootings of Democratic lawmakers in Minnesota, some Republicans condemned the violence while others used it to mock Democrats or spread conspiracy theories, highlighting a polarized and increasingly violent political climate in the US. Democrats and top Republicans universally condemned the violence, but social media figures associated with Trump promoted falsehoods, reflecting a rise in violent populism and disinformation.
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- Trump and other Republicans mock Democrats after Minnesota lawmaker killings The Guardian
- Mike Lee Draws Outrage for Posts Blaming Minnesota Assassination on Far Left The New York Times
- Mike Lee, prominent Republicans leap to baseless claims about political violence – again CNN
- Klobuchar condemns Mike Lee’s posts about Minnesota suspect: ‘This isn’t funny’ The Hill
- Sen. Mike Lee called to resign for "disgusting" posts about Minnesota shooting Axios
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