Charlie Kirk's death has sparked fears of US unrest. Experts warn violence may worsen political crisis. Observers warn that social media and weapons make US violence more lethal than in the 1960s. Kirk's killing comes amid rising political attacks threatening safety across nearly all US states.
Mass casualty attacks rose 187 percent in 2025, highlighting the US spiral into unchecked violence. In a nutshell, political killings, arsons, and shootings sweep the US as extremism spreads online and offline fast. This as right-wing and left-wing radicals fuel growing fear, putting lawmakers, schools and communities at risk.
This episode of Spotlight explores the root causes of US political violence and future political environment in the United States.