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Leavitt blames 'left-wing cult of hatred' for political violence
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt excoriated what she described as the “left-wing cult of hatred” for fueling political violence in the wake another alleged assassination attempt on President Donald Trump.
White House condemns political violence at briefing
White House condemns political violence at briefing
White House condemns 'political violence' after correspondents' dinner shooting
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt began a press briefing by thanking the law enforcement response to the White House Correspondents' Association dinner and condemning "political violence" and rising rhetoric in the country.
‘This country needs to bring peace to its politics’: Gov. Pritzker condemns rise in political violence after WHCD shooting
This Is the Wrong Time for the Predictable Democrat Response to the Correspondents’ Dinner Shooting
A strong midterms push is the only way to start fixing the problems at the heart of this terrible act of gun violence.
Political Entrepreneurs or Bandits? The “Criminal” Origins of Peripheral Rebellions -
Political Entrepreneurs or Bandits? The “Criminal” Origins of Peripheral Rebellions By Janet I. Lewis and Stephen Rangazas, George Washington University How and why do armed groups that become known as “rebels” initially use violence? New datasets [...]
How did America’s political violence get so bad?
The third assassination attempt on Donald Trump in two years shows attacks are becoming a ‘feature’ rather than an ‘outlier’
White House Press Dinner Attack Adds to Tally of Political Violence
Everyone in the room Saturday night had a story
Even Before the Gunfire. Many Guests Bore the Scars of Political Violence
Gunfire at a press gala on Saturday underscored the ever growing club of political figures whose lives have been upended by violence.
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Seattle University American Politics Professor Dr Patrick Schoettmer says the US has a “long history” of political violence.
A new attack on the rituals that define US democracy
The gunman who allegedly aimed to target President Donald Trump’s Cabinet at an annual dinner celebrating free speech crystallized widening political violence that imperils such fundamental rights.
White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting: Minnesota leaders condemn political violence
Shots were fired outside the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington D.C. Saturday. Minnesota elected officials on both sides of the aisle condemning acts of political violence and thanking law enforcement.
Tony Dokoupil on political violence in America after Saturday's correspondents' dinner attack
Concerns over rise of targeted political violence after WH Correspondents’ Dinner shooting
Saturday night’s shooting is the latest incident in what is an alarming rise of targeted political violence in recent years. NBC News’ Kelly O’Donnell reports.
What we know about the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner
Violence keeps stalking American politics.
Latest attack threatening President Trump reflects rising political violence in US
The moral dimension of political polarization in the US, where each side views the other as immoral, helps fuel attacks like the one against Trump at the Washington Hilton.
House Democrat proposes bipartisan national commission for political violence after WHCA dinner shooting
Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) on Sunday urged lawmakers to create a bipartisan national commission for political violence following the shooting at the annual White House Correspondents’ Associat…
Trump calls for unity after White House press gala shooting
After shots were fired during a press dinner in Washington, the alleged perpetrator was overpowered by security agents. Experts say there has been an increase in political violence in the US over recent years.
The Blogs: When Politics Becomes Existential, Violence Follows
From the blog of Stephen M. Flatow at Jewish Standard
Political violence is 'unacceptable,' should 'never be tolerated' in US, Rep. Jason Smith says
Rep. Jason Smith, R-Mo., sounds off against political violence following the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting and highlights the need for DHS funding on 'Sunday Morning Futures.'
The Guardian view on Trump and the Washington shooting: political violence and gun culture endanger all
Editorial: Determining the attacker’s motivation may take time. But toxic rhetoric, polarisation and the ubiquity of firearms are a dangerous mix
Paul Mauro warns of social media's impact on political violence
Fox News contributor Paul Mauro, a retired NYPD inspector, discusses the alarming rise in political violence.
Trump speaks on political violence following Correspondents' Dinner shooting
Senior White House correspondent Peter Doocy reports live from the White House on the Correspondents' Dinner shooting, detailing his conversation with President Donald Trump about the incident and past threats against political figures.
Again, a Gunman Got Perilously Close to Trump
After two previous assassination attempts, the effort by an armed man to storm the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner is sure to raise questions about security and political violence.
Correspondents’ dinner chaos hits high-profile guests already marked by political violence
Trump spoke about repeated assassination attempts after chaos broke out Saturday, with RFK Jr. and Steve Scalise among those escorted from the room.
Trump asked about political violence in the U.S. after being evacuated from event
NBC News' Garrett Haake asked President Trump about the trend of political violence in the United States after the president had to be evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Association dinner.
Mental health summit addresses Atlanta's youth violence
The Broken Crayons Still Color Youth Safety & Mental Health Summit is bringing together students and community leaders for a powerful day focused on youth mental health, grief recovery, and community safety. We hear from a mentor about resources available to students and why events like this are so important, especially in light of recent teen takeovers.
Christian nationalists more likely to oppose gun regulations and support political violence, study finds
A new article finds that for Christian nationalists with a high gun-owner identity, there is an instilled culture of personal and community protection that makes them more likely to endorse extreme actions like violence.
Anti-tech violence is a response to political failure
The original Luddites were locked out of politics. Today’s activists aren't.
4 things to know about SF’s most dangerous mental health facility
A Standard investigation found that chaos and violence inside the Crestwood Healing Center are traumatizing and abusing patients, with nowhere else to go.
Daughter of slain business owner to address Watertown City Council on gun violence
Five years after her mother was killed in a workplace shooting, Kennedy Quigg will address the Watertown City Council on Monday about violence prevention and mental health services.
In wake of political violence, states use campaign cash for personal security
The number of states approving this use of campaign funds has more than doubled since the assassinations of Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and activist Charlie Kirk.
This Scientist Looked for Ways to Stop Mass Violence
David Eisenman sought to better understand how to prevent school shootings and other targeted violence, until the Department of Homeland Security halted the research.
AHA, others issue joint statement on workplace violence in health care
Ten national health care provider organizations, including the AHA, released a joint statement April 16 in recognition of Workplace Violence Prevention Month.
Political violence trending: Congress faces rising threats
We hear and read the increasingly graphic and profane abuse that elected officials and staffers are getting daily.
Sexual violence is a public health crisis, it's time we treated it like one
Survivors of sexual violence need to know that theirs is not a private burden, but a public health crisis, write Katie Curran O'Malley and Michelle Daugherty Siri, one that we all have a stake in not just reaching out but in making it unacceptable to look away.
Virginia Takes Historic Action on Gun Violence Prevention | Center for Gun Violence Solutions
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has acted on more than two dozen gun violence prevention bills that will soon become law in Virginia.
Pro-Palestinian activist refuses to condemn political violence after threat against her is foiled
After a Molotov cocktail plot against a pro-Palestinian activist was foiled, Nerdeen Kiswani refused to condemn political violence, blasting Zionist aggression.
Hundreds of chimpanzees are killing each other in a 'civil war' — scientists captured the 'lethal violence' for the first time
They're going apes—t.
Candidate security costs up in era of political violence: Research
Federal campaigns and committees have spent more than $100 million on security measures over the past decade amid an uptick in threats of political violence, including bomb threats and doxxing, acc…
In this era of political violence, candidate security costs are higher, new report says
Security spending for congressional and presidential campaigns has jumped fivefold over the past decade as an increasingly hostile political environment has led to escalating threats against public officials, ranging from doxing to assassination plots, according to a report released Thursday.
Rare, violent rift discovered in Ngogo chimpanzee group from 'Chimp Empire'
The largest group of wild chimpanzees known to scientists has permanently split in two — something that is extremely rare.Scientists with Arizona State University and The University of Texas at Austin are the first to clearly document the permanent divide and the intergroup violence that followed. The study draws on three decades of field observations of the Ngogo chimpanzees of Kibale National Park, Uganda, a population featured in the Netflix documentary series "Chimp Empire."
Politicians Are Spending More Money on Security as They Increasingly Become Targets
Political candidates are purchasing more home alarms, bulletproof vests, and other protections amid rising fears of political violence.
Darren Till signs with BKFC after Misfits split: 'I’m coming to be the face of violence'
The former UFC star and Misfits Boxing veteran announced a multi-fight deal Tuesday that will see Till debut on May 30 at BKFC 90 in Birmingham, England.
EMT attacked by patient raises concerns about violence against hospital staff
After howls from clubs, Syracuse cuts the red tape choking music venues
The Syracuse Common Council approved the new rule Monday after an old ordinance was resurrected when violence erupted after a show at the Westcott Theater.
Public Health and Criminal Justice: Working Together to Reduce Gun Violence | Center for Gun Violence Solutions
Gun violence remains one of the most pressing public health challenges in the United States. Yet efforts to prevent it are too often siloed with public health and criminal justice working in parallel rather than in partnership.
‘We watched them die before our eyes’: Sudan health workers helpless amid medical shortages
As violence forces tens of thousands to flee Sudan’s South Kordofan state, doctors in a key maternity hospital are facing impossible choices – with too few supplies, too many patients, and lives slipping away.
Selwyn Rogers: Bearing Witness to Violence
Howie and Harlan are joined by trauma surgeon Selwyn Rogers, who reflects on caring for victims of gun violence and speaking with families in their darkest moments—and explains why the problem must be understood as a shared societal responsibility. Harlan examines new evidence suggesting U.S. healthcare spending has grown more slowly than expected; Howie discusses a retracted Lancet article that highlights the risks of undisclosed conflicts of interest.
Digital violence affects how long women stay in politics
The Grand National Assembly of Türkiye (TGNA) Committee on Equal Opportunities for Women and Men (KEFEK) came together in Nevşehir, in cooperation with the British Embassy Ankara and UN Women Türkiye, to strengthen the joint fight against technology-facilitated violence against women.
Violence May Be "Deeply Rooted In Our Evolutionary Past", But Science Is Revealing The Hidden Complexity Of Aggressive Behavior
Some cultures don't even have a word for war.
Are Humans Naturally Violent? Scientists Challenge Long-Held Assumptions
Mild aggression and lethal violence evolved separately, according to research across 100 primate species. The study challenges the idea that everyday conflict leads to deadly outcomes.
Taylor Frankie Paul's domestic violence investigations explained
A timeline breaking down the rise of Hulu's 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' and Taylor Frankie Paul's domestic violence investigations.
Serbia local elections marred by claims of violence
The student movement said some of their observers were threatened and in one incident sprayed with pepper spray
Israeli military kills three Palestinian men in Gaza, health officials say
The Israeli military killed three Palestinian men in Gaza on Saturday in two separate air strikes, local health officials and medics said, the latest round of deadly violence despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire that is now more than five months old.
Israeli Military Kills Three Palestinian Men in Gaza, Health Officials Say
March 28 (Reuters) - The Israeli military killed three Palestinian men in Gaza on Saturday in two separate air strikes, local health officials and medics said, the latest round of deadly violence despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire that is now more than five months old. Palestinian health ...
Source within Banks business community speaks out about impact of chaos on 'best sales day of the year'
One source with The Banks business community, who wished to not be identified, told us that the early shutdown due to massive crowds and violence greatly impacted the businesses along The Banks.
At Pentagon Christian service, Hegseth prays for violence 'against those who deserve no mercy'
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has hosted a monthly Christian prayer and worship service at the Pentagon, the first since the Iran war began.
Black Troops, White Rage, and Political Violence in the Postbellum American South -
By Joshua Byun, Boston College and Hyunku Kwon, University of Chicago How can governments in racially divided societies protect vulnerable populations from political violence after large-scale internal conflict? When the dominant majority is bent on [...]
'The Bachelorette' canceled: Taylor Frankie Paul's season pulled after 2023 domestic violence video surfaces
Taylor Frankie Paul speaks out as controversy grows, with "The Bachelorette" canceled and filming paused on "Secret Lives of Mormon Wives."
Ancient DNA reveals a farming shift that pushed a society to the brink
A new study reveals that farming in Argentina’s Uspallata Valley was adopted by local hunter-gatherers rather than introduced by outside populations. Centuries later, a stressed group of maize-heavy farmers migrated into the region, facing climate instability, disease, and declining numbers. Despite these pressures, there’s no sign of violence—instead, families stayed connected across generations, using kinship networks to survive. The research shows how cooperation, not conflict, helped communities navigate crisis.
Trump and the politics of death
COVID, gun violence and Iran reveal a governing instinct based on authoritarian violence disorder
The mental health effects of gun violence near schools
Dr. Scott Hadland from Mass. General Brigham discusses new data that shows the amount of shootings near schools is trending downwards.
Feds launch probe to unravel alleged nonprofit funding behind Antifa-linked violence
The DOJ, FBI and IRS are investigating nonprofit groups the Trump administration says are funding political violence, under a directive known as NSPM-7.
Taylor Frankie Paul's 'The Bachelorette' season canceled amid domestic violence allegations
ABC pulled "The Bachelorette" days before its premiere after a 2023 video surfaced amid an ongoing investigation into Taylor Frankie Paul.
ABC cancels Taylor Frankie Paul’s season of 'The Bachelorette' amid domestic violence investigation
Taylor Frankie Paul’s season of 'The Bachelorette' was set to start airing on Sunday, March 22, but has been canceled amid allegations against the 'Mormon Wives' star.
Pierce County resolution condemns political violence, seeks safety for public servants
The Pierce County Council has formally condemned political violence, adopting a resolution Tuesday that calls for renewed commitment to public safetyand constr
WATCH: Sen. Paul asks DHS nominee Mullin if he believes violence can resolve political differences
Paul Questions Mullin’s Character Over Response to Attack by Neighbor
Senator Rand Paul was assaulted in 2017. Markwayne Mullin acknowledged that he once said he understood the reason for the attack, but did not apologize.
Taylor Frankie Paul's ex Dakota Mortensen reacts to domestic violence investigation
A rep for "Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" star Dakota Mortensen says Mortensen's "number one priority here is protecting Ever."
Rand Paul confronts Markwayne Mullin over past rhetoric at Senate hearing
Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., confronted Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., for his past comments saying he "completely understood" why Paul had been physically assaulted and questioned if "someone who applauds violence against their political opponents" is the right person to lead the Department of Homeland Security.
Taylor Frankie Paul breaks silence on domestic violence allegations ahead of Bachelorette premiere
Taylor Frankie Paul is breaking her silence regarding allegations of domestic violence ahead of 'The Bachelorette' premiere, telling EW she's 'had better days' and has gone 'no contact' with ex Dakota Mortensen.
Oscars 2026 Politics: Winners, Presenters Slam Gun Violence, Trump, Wars
Javier Bardem, Jimmy Kimmel, Conan O’Brien and the winners in the documentary categories all used their time on stage Sunday to share some political commentary.
Researchers develop AI tool to predict patients at risk of intimate partner violence
NIH-funded, automated clinical decision support could facilitate timely interventions for at-risk patients years before they might otherwise seek help.
Mills proposes permanent funds for crime victims
The money through the Victims of Crime Act, which Mills says will help cover a federal funding shortfall, pays for domestic violence and sexual assault services, civil legal representation for victims and services for elder abuse victims.
Georgia Independent Wrestling’s Empire of Entertainment
“I remember just standing there that night, and I could feel this connection between the fans and the performers in a way that I hadn’t really ever felt before, which makes sense now that I know more about wrestling, because fans really have agency over the action in the ring. The louder they cheer, the more the wrestler is going to labor to his feet. Wrestling doesn’t really work without an audience,” says Athens journalist Alison Lyn Miller, who published the nonfiction book Rough House: A Father, a Son, and the Pursuit of Pro Wrestling Glory earlier this year. Miller wasn’t a wrestling fan when she attended the now-defunct Southern Violence And Wrestling match back in 2019, but her passion […]
Opinion: Youth Incarceration is a Public Health Crisis
Instead of receiving care, incarcerated youth are exposed to violence, isolation, chronic stress and medical neglect, write José Perez and Reggie Chatman.
Ashley Judd Says 'Kiss the Girls' Uses Sexual Torture as Entertainment
Ashley Judd is calling out her own movie, 1997's 'Kiss the Girls,' for 'making entertainment out of sexual terror' and show male sexual violence.
Politics & Threats
The prevalence of threats and violence toward public servants in the current political climate, and what's being done to address it
Ahead of Colombia’s Elections, Violence on the Campaign Trail Rattles Politicians
Politicians in Colombia have increasingly become targets of violence. A rise in kidnappings, death threats and assassinations has shaken the country ahead of the vote.
Gulf businesses buy up political violence insurance as conflict spreads
Data centres, energy projects and hotels move to limit potential losses
Gulf businesses buy up political violence insurance as conflict spreads
Data centres, energy projects and hotels move to limit potential losses
Iraq, caught in the middle, braces for Iran war impact
Iraq is the only country in the Middle East to be targeted by both sides in the current conflict. There, the war could impact everything from the next government to intercommunal violence and civil servants' salaries.
How the IRC supports women’s health amidst crisis in remote regions of the DRC
In times of conflict, women and girls face the greatest risks—violence, exploitation and limited access to essential care. This International Women’s Day, discover how the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is supporting survivors of gender-based violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Workplace violence rising in health care as hospital shooting renews security concerns
While shootings inside hospitals remain extremely rare, violence in health care settings more broadly is a growing national concern.A patient and a visitor are
Death in Lyon: the growing violence in French politics
The death of Quentin Deranque has revealed the violence within the anti-fascist movement, and shown how the Right are ‘shamefully exploiting’ this tragedy
Violence in the Middle East deepening political divide in the US after strikes on Iran
The airstrikes that killed hundreds of Iranians on Saturday are now causing people across the world to take a stance.
‘They transform spaces of care into instruments of state violence’
Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
Democrats could not even stand for ‘victims of political violence,’ TPUSA contributor says
Turning Point USA contributor Jack Posobiec discusses Democrats’ anti-State of the Union rallies on ‘Fox News @ Night.’
Howard County businesses support domestic violence survivors through a partnership
Man who stabbed four to death in Washington state had history of mental health issues
Man, 32, shot dead by deputy after stabbing attack was the subject of domestic violence protection orders
'He lied, he scapegoated, he distracted.' Democrats responds to Trump
In a rebuttal to the State of the Union address delivered on behalf of the Democratic Party, Sen. Alex Padilla accused Trump of plunging U.S. cities into violence and hindering the economy.
Unrest in Mexico impacts local family and business owner
One Smith Mountain Lake business owner says just weeks ago, Guadalajara felt safe and vibrant, but now, his family is sheltering in place as violence disrupts daily life.
‘Teen takeover’ that sparked gun violence impacts Jacksonville Beach businesses
A weekend “teen takeover” event in Jacksonville Beach erupted in violence as gunfire injured five teenagers, prompting a swift police response and forcing local businesses to lock down, disrupting a nearby music festival and leaving the community shaken.
From Nick Shirley to Colin Hortman: What Minnesota SOTU guests say about the politics of the moment
The state’s 10-member congressional delegation will highlight with their guests where they stand on immigration, fraud, tariffs and political violence.
2,800-year-old mass grave of women and children discovered in Serbia reveals 'brutal, deliberate and efficient' violence
An analysis of a mass grave found in northern Serbia is revealing new information about violence in Early Iron Age Europe.
Former Secret Service agent details disturbing rise of political violence after Mar-a-Lago shooting
Former Secret Service agent Tim Miller discusses the Mar-a-Lago shooting incident, the increase in threats against President Donald Trump and the disturbing rise of political violence in America.
Map: 39 flights to Puerto Vallarta, Guadalajara diverted amid violence
Two private jets and an 11-hour transatlantic journey from Madrid were among the flights that diverted due to cartel violence in Mexico.
Josh Shapiro, in his own words, on political violence and antisemitism
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is opening up about his Jewish faith at a pivotal moment in his political rise