Today’s facts 09-17-2025

Today’s facts …

Russia, China, and Iran are amplifying online conspiracy theories, US civil war claims, and false info about Charlie Kirk.

JD Vance said most political violence comes from the left. Data shows far-right extremist violence is more frequent and deadly in the US.

Trump said he would have ordered flags lowered to half-staff following the assassination of a Minnesota Democratic state lawmaker had he been asked by the state’s governor, but Trump at the time refused to call Gov. Walz to express his condolences, saying it would only “waste time.”

Prosecutors say Tyler Robinson planned Kirk’s killing, citing surveillance, engraved bullets, and a note as they seek the death penalty.

Robinson texted his roommate about Kirk, saying, “I had enough of his hatred. Some hate can’t be negotiated out.” He also left a note hidden under a keyboard that read, “I had the opportunity to take out Charlie Kirk and I’m going to take it.” In another message, Robinson added, “To be honest I had hoped to keep this secret till I died of old age. I am sorry to involve you.”

Images of Trump and Epstein were projected on Windsor Castle as Trump arrived for his UK visit.

Air traffic controllers repeatedly told a Spirit Airlines flight to “pay attention” and steer clear of Air Force One.

Fired CDC director Susan Monarez testifies today that RFK Jr. pressured her to endorse vaccine recommendations without scientific evidence.

At least 146 environmental defenders were killed or have gone missing around the world in 2024, most in Latin America.

Some detained immigrant families are being charged $1.21 per bottle of water including any water needed for children.

Jerry Greenfield, of Ben & Jerry’s, has resigned from the ice cream company saying its social activism has been silenced under the control of its parent company Unilever.

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