The State Department on Thursday indicated it would review the legal status of immigrants "praising, rationalizing, or making light" of conservative activist Charlie Kirk's fatal shooting.
Why it matters: The Trump administration has previously targeted immigrants for review and possible removal for activities such as participating in pro-Palestinian protests on college campuses.
What they're saying: "In light of yesterday's horrific assassination of a leading political figure, I want to underscore that foreigners who glorify violence and hatred are not welcome visitors to our country," Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau said in a Thursday post on X.
- "I have been disgusted to see some on social media praising, rationalizing, or making light of the event, and have directed our consular officials to undertake appropriate action."
Catch up quick: Democratic and Republican leaders were both quick to condemn political violence in the wake of Kirk's death.
- Kirk was killed Wednesday while speaking at Utah Valley University.
- Police said Thursday morning they believe they found the gun used in the killing but that the suspect remains at large.
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