MSNBC Skips Charlie Kirk White House Memorial: Sparks Outrage
A recent White House memorial honoring conservative commentator Charlie Kirk has ignited a firestorm, particularly among supporters of the MAGA movement. The source of their ire? MSNBC's decision not to provide live coverage of the event.
The memorial, held on Tuesday, was to posthumously award Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Other major networks, including CNN, ABC, Fox News, and NBC, all carried the ceremony as breaking news. The absence of live coverage on MSNBC quickly became a focal point of criticism.
Social media platforms, particularly X (formerly Twitter), buzzed with accusations of bias. One post, widely shared by MAGA influencers, showed a collage highlighting MSNBC as the only network opting out of live coverage, choosing instead to air its regularly scheduled program, Deadline: White House.
Despite the lack of live coverage, MSNBC did acknowledge the event during Deadline: White House. Host Nicole Wallace briefly mentioned the ceremony, noting that the Medal of Freedom was awarded to the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk and accepted by his widow, Erika Kirk. Wallace also mentioned the citation referencing Kirk's influence within the MAGA movement and Erika Kirk's expression of gratitude to the Trump administration and Kirk's staff.
However, this acknowledgment did little to quell the outrage. Republican media figures and commentators continued to voice their disapproval. Eric Daughtery described MSNBC's decision as a "disgusting move," while another commentator labeled it a "pathetic, biased tantrum" and dismissed MSNBC as the "propaganda arm of the radical left."
The incident underscores the ongoing tension between former President Trump and MSNBC. Trump has previously criticized the network and its hosts, reflecting a broader sentiment of distrust among some conservatives toward mainstream media outlets.
The memorial itself was held in the newly renovated Rose Garden at the White House. During his remarks, President Trump discussed the renovations, his administration's achievements, and even touched upon an alleged assassination attempt during his campaign. The event also included speeches from Erika Kirk, Vice President JD Vance, and House Speaker Mike Johnson.
Charlie Kirk, a prominent figure in the conservative movement, tragically passed away last month. This memorial served as a tribute to his life and contributions, although the controversy surrounding MSNBC's coverage has somewhat overshadowed the event itself.
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