ABC reporter apologizes for calling Kirk's assassin's texts 'very touching' amid backlash

National Desk·Sep 17

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An ABC reporter has apologized for comments made about text messages from the suspected assassin of Charlie Kirk, which the reporter described as "very touching". The texts were reportedly between the suspect and their transgender partner. The apology came amid backlash over the reporter's remarks, with some outlets reporting calls for the reporter to be fired.

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