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22:34Now PlayingThe murder of Charlie Kirk is already being exploited by Donald Trump and MAGA.
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In the aftermath of Charlie Kirk's brutal murder, Trump immediately claimed the killer was motivated by Democrat "hate", calling Kirk a "martyr".
In the hours since his death, Kirk has been lionised. His body was transported on Air Force Two, with Vice President JD Vance acting as pall-bearer. Supporters have celebrated Kirk as a champion of free speech.
Katie Stallard and Freddie Hayward analyse the responses so far, and explain why they fear how Donald Trump will use this moment - and what the ongoing fallout will be.
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