Critics of Charlie Kirk Face Job Losses After His Assassination
Gerald Bourguet was fired for posting critical remarks about conservative activist Charlie Kirk shortly after Kirk was assassinated on September 10, 2025. Although facing backlash and threats, some individuals express no regrets about speaking out.
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In September 2025, Gerald Bourguet was fired from his job as a sports writer after posting critical comments about conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was fatally shot hours earlier, labeling him an "evil man" and arguing against the lack of vocal support from Kirk's followers regarding school shootings. Following the backlash, which included online threats and attacks on his personal safety, Bourguet and his family fled their home, eventually selling it and relocating for their safety, as he stated, "My life will never be the same after this." Bourguet was among hundreds who faced job consequences for their criticisms of Kirk, amidst pressure from political figures like Vice-President JD Vance, who urged people to "call their employer" if they saw criticisms of Kirk.