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Adams Admin Official Fired After Saying 'Karma Came to Collect' in Charlie Kirk Assassination
Secret Service agent Anthony Pough was placed on administrative leave after a Facebook post labeling Charlie Kirk's assassination as 'karma' sparked outrage and calls for his firing.
- On September 9, 2025, President Donald Trump faced protesters including the Code Pink group outside Joe's Seafood restaurant in Washington, DC, a day before conservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot in Utah.
- Kirk, a prominent right-wing figure known for mobilizing millions on social media, was shot while speaking at Utah Valley University, prompting controversy from Tony Herbert, a City Hall aide who posted critical memes about Kirk after the shooting.
- Herbert, who worked in Mayor Eric Adams's administration, defended the racist and sexist meme and was fired after Adams condemned political violence and offered condolences to Kirk's family, urging unity against hate.
- On September 11, Secret Service agent Anthony Pough posted on Facebook blaming karma for Kirk's death, causing shock among peers and raising concerns about security following protests near Trump during his D.C. outing.
- These incidents have heightened scrutiny of political violence and security protocols, prompting planned bipartisan briefings to reduce tensions and prevent further violence nationwide.
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Secret Service Agent Suspended for Cheering Charlie Kirk’s Assassination.
PULSE POINTSWHAT HAPPENED: A Secret Service agent has reportedly been suspended after mocking the assassination of Charlie Kirk,WHO WAS INVOLVED: Charlie Kirk, Agent Anthony Pough, and the U.S. Secret Service (USSS).WHEN & WHERE: Plough made his comments on September 10; he was reportedly suspended on September 12.KEY QUOTE: “[I]f you are Mourning this guy .. [sic] delete me. He spewed hatred and racism on his show.” – Anthony PoughIMPACT: Pough…
Secret Service Agent Placed on Leave Over Post About Charlie Kirk
A Secret Service agent has been placed on leave after his comments on social media following the assassination of conservative influencer Charlie Kirk. “If you are mourning this guy .. delete me,” Anthony Pough wrote on Facebook following the Sept. 10 killing of Kirk at a university in Utah. “He spewed hate and racism on his show.” Pough added later: “At the end of the day, you answer to GOD and speak things into existence. You can only circumve…
Adams admin official fired after saying 'karma came to collect' in Charlie Kirk assassination
The Adams administration fired senior City Hall aide Tony Herbert on Friday and denounced comments he made on social media that conservative activist Charlie Kirk “created or helped his own demise” after he was shot and killed earlier this week.
Social Media Comments Made by Federal Agent Hotly Debated - Patriot Newsfeed
The aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s assassination has not only sparked political battles and media controversies — it has now reached into the ranks of the very agency charged with protecting America’s leaders. EXCLUSIVE and #BREAKING: This is a current Secret Service agent, stating in a Facebook post, that Charlie Kirk deserved what he got. “You can’t circumvent karma, [sic] she doesnt [sic] leave.” The comments are similar to the incendiary remar…
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