The tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, has not only shaken conservatives across the nation but has also revealed troubling responses from individuals in positions of influence.

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In the aftermath of his murder, social media was filled with both mourning and, disturbingly, celebration. Some mocked Kirk’s death, while others openly rejoiced at the loss of a fellow American.

In response, Pentagon officials announced they are monitoring the online activity of service members and War Department employees to ensure accountability for those who have expressed such sentiments. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell stated plainly, “It is unacceptable for military personnel and Department of War civilians to celebrate or mock the assassination of a fellow American. The Department of War has zero tolerance for it.”

War Chief Pete Hegseth reinforced the message, saying they are “tracking all these very closely” and will address violations immediately.

The controversy also reached the political arena. Representative Ilhan Omar (D-MN), in a recent interview, expressed limited empathy, stating she felt sympathy for Kirk’s widow and children but not for the activist himself, citing his past positions on race and history. Her remarks have fueled further outrage among conservatives who see such responses as a glaring lack of compassion.

Consequences have already come for some who mocked Kirk’s death. Laura Sosh-Lightsy, former Associate Dean of Students at Middle Tennessee State University, was fired after posting that Kirk “spoke his fate into existence” and that she had “ZERO sympathy.” Similarly, Florida’s Commissioner of Education, Anastasios Kamoutsas, issued a stern memo warning educators that any such “vile, sanctionable behavior” would be investigated and dealt with severely.

The assassination of a young conservative leader should have been an occasion for universal condemnation of violence, yet it has exposed a shocking willingness among some to celebrate political death. The Pentagon and other institutions are now grappling with how to enforce civility in the digital public square, particularly among those serving in official or educational capacities.

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This article was excerpted from The Daily Wire. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrett Smith)