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Trump condemns political violence, but doesn’t mention attacks on Democrats

Thursday, September 11 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- While President Donald Trump has called for an end to political violence following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, he did not recognize or acknowledge the recent threats, violent attacks and killings of Democrats.During his remarks Wednesday night, hours after Kirk, a conservative... Read More.

Political violence in US mirrors 1960s turmoil, historian warns after Charlie Kirk shooting

Thursday, September 11 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Political violence and extreme rhetoric in the United States today mirror the turbulent 1960s, but with key differences that make the current era particularly challenging, according to presidential historian Mark Updegrove."The 1960s were another time of great upheaval and discord and division,"... Read More.

Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman killed, State Sen. John Hoffman in grave condition in targeted political violence

Saturday, June 14 by ABC News

(BROOKLYN PARK, MN) -- A Minnesota state representative and her husband were shot and killed, and a state senator and his wife were shot and wounded in an "act of targeted political violence" at their homes early Saturday, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said.A manhunt... Read More.

Some Democrats condemn violence in LA protests and Trumps response to it

Wednesday, June 11 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Democratic senators on Tuesday were walking a line between criticizing the White House for sending troops to put down protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Los Angeles and the violence the administration says caused it to act.Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of... Read More.

Supreme Court blocks lawsuit against gun manufacturers filed by Mexican government over cartel gun violence

Thursday, June 5 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The Supreme Court ruled unanimously Thursday in favor of U.S. gun manufacturers and blocked a liability lawsuit brought by the government of Mexico, which sought to hold the companies accountable for the trafficking of their weapons south of the border to fuel... Read More.

Jeanine Pirro vows to tackle violence as top prosecutor in DC

Wednesday, May 28 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Former Fox News host Jeanine Pirro vowed to improve safety and address violence in the nation's capital when she was sworn in Wednesday as the interim U.S. attorney for D.C.Referencing her experience as a judge and prosecutor, Pirro said as the top... Read More.

DHS, FBI warn large-scale events could be target for violence

Tuesday, May 27 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The Department of Homeland Security and FBI are warning that large-scale events are prime targets for violence, highlighting the potential for violence at events this summer.However, the DHS and FBI did not indicate there are any known threats in a joint intelligence... Read More.

Mother allegedly buys ammunition, tactical gear for sons planned mass targeted violence at middle school: Officials

Wednesday, May 14 by ABC News

(SAN ANTONIO, Texas) -- A Texas mother has been arrested and charged for allegedly buying ammunition and tactical gear for her son's planned "mass targeted violence" at his middle school, officials said.Ashley Pardo, 33, was arrested on Monday and charged with aiding in commission... Read More.

US v. Combs day 6: Freak offs, violence and fear – Cassie Ventura takes the stand at Diddy trial

Wednesday, May 14 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- For six hours on Tuesday in a packed Manhattan courtroom, Cassie Ventura testified about how her decade-long relationship turned violent as her then-boyfriend, Sean "Diddy" Combs, seized control of her personal and professional lives and demanded she orchestrate his drug-fueled sex... Read More.

Two arrested in Jefferson County domestic violence incident

Friday, January 26 by wcednews

PUNXSUTAWNEY – State Police are investigating an incident of alleged domestic violence in Jefferson County earlier this week. According to a trooper's report, both a 36-year-old Punxsutawney woman and a 39-year-old Punxsutawney man were arrested at the scene. The man is accused of strangling... Read More.

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