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F.B.I. Shares Images Of Person Of Interest In Kirk Killing
The FBI has made public two images of a person they are seeking in connection with the assassination of conservative leader Charlie Kirk.
The blurry pictures reveal someone dressed in dark clothing, including a long-sleeve black shirt, pants, a hat, and sunglasses.
In a statement accompanying the photos, the FBI requested assistance from the community. “We are asking for the public’s help identifying this person of interest in connection with the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University,” the Salt Lake City field office posted on X.
Later in the day, the FBI announced it is putting up to $100,000 on the table for information that can help lead to the capture and identification of the killer.
The announcement came not long after officials revealed that significant evidence had been collected from the crime scene at Utah Valley University, including the firearm used in the killing and clear surveillance footage.
According to FBI agent Robert Bohls, a “high powered, bolt-action rifle” was discovered in a wooded location the shooter ran toward after carrying out the attack on Kirk.
Bohls, who heads the FBI’s Salt Lake City office, also reported that investigators retrieved “a footwear impression, a palm print and forearm imprints for analysis.”
He added, “We’re not sure how far he has gone yet.”
Utah’s Commissioner of Public Safety, Beau Mason, confirmed, “We do have good video footage of this individual.”
However, Mason explained that “we are not going to release that at this time,” unless the suspect cannot otherwise be identified.
Although police declined to share detailed characteristics of the suspect, Mason noted the man “blended in well with the college” and “appears to be of college age.”
Mason further described how the gunman showed up on campus just before noon, positioned himself on a rooftop overlooking the area where Kirk was speaking, and after firing the fatal shot, moved across the building, leapt down, and escaped into a nearby neighborhood.
That same morning, law enforcement clarified that two individuals initially taken into custody were no longer considered linked to the shooting.
“There are no current ties to the shooting with either of these individuals,” the Utah Department of Public Safety said Wednesday night.
“There is an ongoing investigation and manhunt for the shooter,” the agency added.
The fatal bullet was fired from roughly 200 yards away, striking Kirk in the neck as he addressed the crowd from a tent on campus, according to Utah Valley University.
President Donald Trump was the one to deliver news of Kirk’s passing, honoring him as a “truly Great American Patriot.”
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Trump: Awarding Kirk Posthumous Medal of Freedom
During his remarks at the 9/11 memorial, President Donald Trump revealed that Charlie Kirk will be honored with the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
“Let me express the horror and grief so many Americans at the heinous assassination of Charlie Kirk have felt,” Trump said in his speech before turning his focus to the anniversary of 9/11. “Charlie was a giant of his generation, a champion of liberty, and an inspiration to millions and millions of people.”
The president extended words of comfort to Kirk’s family. “Our prayers are with his wonderful wife, Erika, and his beautiful children: Fantastic people they are. We miss him greatly.”
Trump emphasized that Kirk’s message would continue to influence generations despite his tragic death. “Yet, I have no doubt that Charlie’s voice and the courage he put into the hearts of countless people, especially young people, will live on.”
He concluded by announcing the forthcoming award. “I’m pleased to announce that I will soon be awarding Charlie Kirk, posthumously, the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The date of the ceremony will be announced, and I can only guarantee you one thing. That we will have a very big crowd. Very, very big. Thank you.”
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Israeli Hamodia Criticizes Chareidi Parties Over Split Vote on Defense Budget
The Israeli Hamodia newspaper launched a sharp attack this morning following the split within the chareidi factions during Wednesday’s Knesset vote on the “defense funding package.”
The divide was evident within Agudas Yisroel: party chairman MK Yitzchok Goldknopf cast his ballot against the budget, while MKs Meir Porush and Yisroel Eichler chose to abstain — a move that allowed the bill to pass by a narrow margin.
The vote took place in a special recess session after Prime Minister Binyomin Netanyahu applied heavy pressure on coalition partners, focusing in particular on United Torah Judaism. Within Degel HaTorah, all MKs abstained in line with the directive of their leadership, Rav Dov Landau and Rav Moshe Hillel Hirsch, who ruled that a security budget could not be toppled because of pikuach nefesh considerations.
Behind the scenes, MK Moshe Gafni was in direct contact with the Prime Minister’s Office while simultaneously consulting with the gedolim, who instructed him to abstain “demonstratively.”
Agudas Yisroel, however, showed a more divided front. Goldknopf had publicly declared in advance that he would vote against, but Porush and Eichler, after consultations with their rabbonim, opted instead to abstain. The result was a serious internal rift within the party.
Hamodia’s report accused Netanyahu of exploiting these divisions: “Netanyahu succeeded in splitting the chareidi representation, and the budget law passed — despite his failure to honor the written and signed commitment to secure the status of Torah learners.”
The newspaper went further, asserting that the Prime Minister “achieved his goal without advancing the legislation that would safeguard the position of yeshiva students.”
In addition, Hamodia announced that, as a result of the Knesset vote, the nationwide prayer rallies planned in protest of the draft law were being postponed. “It is impossible on the one hand to abstain or support the government’s budget, and on the other hand hold demonstrations against that same government,” the paper wrote.
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Matzav Inbox: Does Parnassah Prove My Aptitude?
Dear Matzav Inbox,
While learning today’s Daf Yomi, I was struck once again by how timeless Chazal’s words are. In Maseches Horiyos (10a), Rav Yehoshua turns to Rabban Gamliel with a sharp reminder: “You have two talmidim — Rav Elazar Chisma and Rav Yochanan ben Gudgeda. They are capable of analyzing the most intricate details of tekufos and gematrios — yet they have no bread to eat, no clothing to wear.” Their brilliance was unmatched, yet their pockets were empty.
Rabban Gamliel, recognizing the truth of this, immediately elevated them, appointing them to positions that gave them honor and support.
I believe that the Gemara is teaching us far more than a historic anecdote about two great Amoraim. It’s reminding us of a fundamental principle: mezona lo bizchusa talya milsa, ela b’mazala talya milsa — sustenance does not come because of one’s merit, but because of one’s mazel.
This is such a vital perspective for our generation. How often do we — consciously or subconsciously — equate a person’s financial situation with their worth, their intelligence, or their diligence? Someone with wealth is assumed to be successful, clever, or even blessed with special favor. Someone struggling to make ends meet is, unfairly, thought of as less capable, less deserving, or simply not trying hard enough. But Chazal tell us: that is not how the Ribbono Shel Olam runs the world.
Parnassah is not a barometer of chochmah. It is not a measuring stick of madreigah. The same Gemara that records Rav Elazar Chisma’s brilliance also records his poverty. The Torah world is filled with people of immense talent and burning dedication who carry the crushing burden of financial hardship. And it is filled with people of modest learning who live with great material wealth. Neither extreme is an indicator of merit or lack thereof.
This should humble us. It should also soften us. When we meet someone struggling with parnassah, let us not cast silent judgments about their “choices” or their “worthiness.” When we meet someone with great wealth, let us not assume their spiritual standing is higher or lower because of it. Mezona lo bizchusa talya milsa — parnassah is in Hashem’s hands, determined by His will, His mazel, His cheshbon.
And perhaps most of all, it should remind us to treat every Yid with respect and dignity, whether they walk in with an expensive suit or worn-out shoes. Rav Yehoshua’s call echoes across the generations: see the greatness in others, even if their pockets are empty.
Y. D. K.
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