FIRST ON FOX: The House of Representatives is charging ahead with discussions on how to bolster trust in public transit after the deadly stabbing of a Ukrainian refugee in Charlotte, N.C.A panel of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee is holding a closed-door roundtable with federal transit officials, as well as law enforcement and union representatives on Thursday, Fox News Digital has learned.It's being led by Highways and Transit subcommittee chair Rep. David Rouzer, R-N.C., who represents the state where the stabbing occurred."The recent deadly stabbing of Iryna Zarutska on Charlottes light rail is a stark reminder safety must be at the center of our national transit conversation," Rouzer told Fox News Digital.CHARLOTTE TRAIN MURDER FRONT AND CENTER IN CRUCIAL 2026 SENATE BATTLE: 'SOFT-ON-CRIME POLICIES'Lawmakers said they are hoping to hear directly from officials on strategies to mitigate crime on public transit systems.While public transportation has already been under the committee's purview, the tragic killing of Iryna Zarutska on a train in Charlotte last month is fueling new urgency for House lawmakers on the panel.The Thursday roundtable is directly tied to that incident, Fox News Digital is told.Among the participants expected are Federal Transit Administration leader Marc Molinaro, who is a former House lawmaker, as well as American Public Transportation Association President Paul Skoutelas, Kansas City Police Chief Stacey Graves, AFL-CIO Transportation Trades Department President Greg Regan and Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) CEO Randy Clarke.A member of House GOP leadership, Republican Conference Chair Lisa McClain, R-Mich., is also expected to attend.A spokesperson for the House Transportation Committee, led by Chair Sam Graves, R-Mo., told Fox News Digital that the roundtable would help inform legislation being crafted by the panel."The committee is in the process of developing a broad, comprehensive surface transportation reauthorization bill sometimes referred to as the highway bill, but it also includes policy changes and funding authorizations for federal transit programs," the spokesperson said. "This roundtable will inform that bill development process."Graves added, "Trust in transit overall will continue to erode if we dont take action to stop violent crime on public transit."Zarutska, 23, was killed on a Charlotte light rail train on Aug. 22 while on her way home from work.Decarlos Dejuan Brown Jr., who allegedly stabbed Zarutska in an unprovoked attack, was charged with first-degree murder this week.Zarutska had fled Ukraine in August 2022 after Russia launched its invasion of the sovereign country. She was working at a local pizza shop and studying at a community college at the time of her killing.CHARLOTTE MAYOR SCORES PRIMARY RE-ELECTION VICTORY AMID NATIONAL BACKLASH OVER GRUESOME TRAIN MURDERThe case is now the latest example being held up by Republicans of big cities having too lax a justice system in dealing with crime, including on mass transit.It comes amid broader partisan divisions over the merits of President Donald Trump deploying the National Guard to major cities in order to deal with violent crime.And while Thursday's roundtable is bipartisan, Democrats have previously accused Republicans of politicizing the 23-year-old's death."I think it's outrageous that people are trying to politicize the death of this wonderful young lady. It's outrageous that anyone would politicize that death. What decency do people have at a moment like this, as opposed to trying to find commonsense solutions?" House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., said earlier this month.

Former Cincinnati Reds star Zack Cozart on Wednesday cheered Disneys decision to yank comedian Jimmy Kimmel off the air after controversial comments about Charlie Kirks assassination.Disney confirmed to Fox News Digital that ABCs "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" was being pulled "indefinitely.""The tide is turning," Cozart wrote on X, "keep the pedal to the metal."CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMOn Monday, Kimmel accused conservatives of reaching "new lows" in trying to pin a left-wing ideology on 22-year-old suspect Tyler Robinson, even though prosecutors reaffirmed those ties in Tuesdays indictment."We hit some new lows over the weekend with the MAGA gang desperately trying to characterize this kid who murdered Charlie Kirk as anything other than one of them and doing everything they can to score political points from it," Kimmel said.Kimmels remarks immediately sparked backlash as they came one day after both FBI officials and Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said that Robinsonheld a "leftist ideology"and was increasingly radicalized in recent years. It was also revealed that he had a romantic relationship with a transgender partner who was biologically male and transitioning to female.Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Brendan Carr then issued a threat against Disney if it didn't address the controversy.TENNIS LEGEND MARTINA NAVRATILOVA REACTS TO JIMMY KIMMEL BEING PULLED OFF AIR AFTER CHARLIE KIRK COMMENTSAppearing on Wednesday's "The Benny Show," Carr called Kimmel's comments "some of the sickest conduct" and suggested there were potential "avenues" the FCC could pursue."In some quarters, there's a very concerted effort to try to lie to the American people about the nature of one of the most significant newsworthy public interest acts that we've seen in a long time in what appears to be an action by Jimmy Kimmel to play into that narrative that this was somehow a MAGA or a Republican-motivated person," Carr told host Benny Johnson.Nexstar Media Group, which owns hundreds of television stations, announced earlier it would preempt Kimmel's show on its ABC affiliates starting Wednesday night "for the foreseeable future" and would replace it with other programming over his comments about Robinson.Kirk, 31, was shot and killed last week while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University. Thousands of people have mourned his death in vigils across the U.S.The conservative influencers funeral is set for Sept. 21, in Glendale, Arizona.Fox News Jackson Thompson and Joseph A. Wulfsohn contributed to this report.Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was the subject of criticism this week after he was complimentary of Buffalo Bills star Josh Allen ahead of their Thursday night matchup, admitting that he "cant do half of what he does."Tagovailoa spoke highly of Allen during a press conference this week when asked about the reigningNFL MVPs skill set."Dude, he's top tier. If it's not with his arm, it's with his legs. That dude can do literally anything he wants," Tagovailoa told reporters Tuesday.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"Definitely different skill set for me. I can't do half of what he does when it comes to running the ball and any of that, and then with how he can just chuck a ball down the field with how far and the arm strength that he has, he's supreme when it comes to that. It's going to be fun to get to see him, get to play him again and we'll see."Tagovailoas complimentary comments did not sit well with some analysts, who criticized the sixth-year NFL pro for the comparison as the winless Dolphins prepare for a tough division matchup againstthe Bills in primetime."If I were the Miami Dolphins front office, Id be p---ed," ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith said during Wednesdays "First Take."DOLPHINS LEGEND DAN MARINO REMAINS CONFIDENT TEAM CAN OVERCOME 0-2 RECORD DESPITE DREADFUL PLAYOFF STAT"Let me tell you why. Did you say that when we were evaluating you coming into the National Football League? Did you say that during the interview process? To say that about another quarterback within your division, you aint giving me much of a chance to believe in you."Former NFL tight end and Super Bowl champion Luke Willson said separately during an appearance on "SportsCenter" that while he didnt disagree withTagovailoas assessment of Allen, its not a good look for the former Alabama standout."Tua is the fifth pick overall (2020 NFL Draft). This guy is supposed to have a lot of weapons here. He was at Alabama, the best college [football program] during the Nick Saban era for over a decade, it felt like. So to be like, Yeah, he can do a lot of things I cant do and I think what made it worse and what made it really cringe was the fact that Miami looks horrible right now."Four-time Super Bowl champion Rob Gronkowski even speculated that Tagovailoas comments might be an indication of a confidence issue."When you're another opposing NFL quarterback, you don't go to that extreme of a praise," he said during an appearance on the "Up & Adams Show." "It kind of means that your confidence is shot right now."The Bills host Miami on Thursday night at 8:15 p.m. ET.Follow Fox News Digitals sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

FIRST ON FOX: The U.S. Coast Guard has seized more than 75,000 pounds of cocaine and apprehended nearly 60 suspected narco-terrorists and drug smugglers since launching Operation Pacific Viper in August,according to the Department of Homeland Security.Operation Pacific Viper is a joint effort between the U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Navy aimed at countering the influx of illegal drugs to the U.S. as part of President Donald Trumps larger effort to crack down on drug cartels.Video footage shared with Fox News Digital depicts the Coast Guard cutter Seneca, which is part of Operation Pacific Viper, completing a drug interdiction Sept. 10 northeast of the Galpagos Islands, which resulted in the seizure of 5,500 pounds of cocaine from a low-profile vessel.Operation Pacific Viper also was responsible for conducting the two strikes against alleged drug-laden vessels from Venezuela. The first strike took out 11 suspected Tren de Aragua (TdA) narco-terrorists, while the second strike took out three individuals."You had massive amounts of drugs," Trump told reporters Sept. 3 after the first strike. "We have tapes of them speaking. It was massive amounts of drugs coming into our country to kill a lot of people. And, everybody fully understands that fact. You see it, you see the bags of drugs all over the boat, and they were hit. Obviously, they won't be doing it again. And I think a lot of other people won't be doing it again. When they watch that tape, they're going to say, let's not do this. We have to protect our country and we're going to. Venezuela has been a very bad actor."This is a breaking news story and will be updated.

Dolly Parton is never one to disappoint her fans, but health comes first.On Wednesday, the legendary country star skipped out on a Dollywood event in celebration of the theme park's latest attraction, the new Night Flight Expedition ride. In a video shared at the event, Parton explained her absence, citing health issues."Hello Dollywood! Its me," she told attendees. "I know and Im here, and youre there. And youre wondering why that is? Well, I had a little problem."DOLLY PARTON ADMITS HUSBAND CARL DEAN'S DEATH HAS BEEN 'BIG ADJUSTMENT' AFTER 60-YEAR ROMANCE"I had a kidney stone that was causing me a lot of problems, turned out itd given me an infection, and the doctor said, You dont need to be traveling right this minute, so you need a few days to get better," she continued."So, he suggested I not go to Dollywood today, but Im there with you in spirit," she added. "I was looking so forward to it."A representative for Parton did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment.Parton has had a tough year.In March, the country star announced her 82-year-old husband, Carl Dean, had died."Carl and I spent many wonderful years together," she wrote in an Instagram statement at the time. "Words cant do justice to the love we shared for over 60 years. Thank you for your prayers and sympathy."The country music star later shared a message of thanks."This is a love note to family, friends, and fans," Parton wrote. "Thank you for all the messages, cards, and flowers that you've sent to pay your respects for the loss of my beloved husband, Carl. I can't reach out personally to each of you, but just know it has meant the world to me."LIKE WHAT YOURE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSDespite her loss, she surprised guests at Dollywood's Celebrity Theater in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, in honor of the theme park's 40th anniversary just two weeks after Carl's death."Of course I will always love him, and I'll miss him, but I wanted you to know that I will always love you," Parton told guests, according to 7News.During an appearance on Khlo Kardashians podcast, "Khlo in Wonder Land," three months later, Parton opened up about how the loss has impacted her, both personally and professionally."My husband passed away three months ago [There are] several things I have wanted to start, but I cant do it," Parton shared."I will later," she added. "Im just coming up with such wonderful, beautiful ideas, but I think I wont finish it. I cant do it right now, because I got so many other things."After Dean died, the "Jolene" singer explained that the pain was too fresh for her to dive back into songwriting at the moment."I cant afford the luxury of, you know, getting that emotional right now," she told Kardashian. "There are times like that, things like that, that will stall you a little bit. But Ill write something else though, if it comes.""Im just putting that all on hold," Parton said.Fox News Digital's Stephanie Giang-Paunon contributed to this report.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Carson Wentz will be making NFL history in the teams game against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday.Wentz, 32, will become the first player in league history to start for six different teams in six consecutive seasons. In chronological order, Wentz has started for the Philadelphia Eagles, Indianapolis Colts, Washington Commanders, Los Angeles Rams, Kansas City Chiefs, and now the Vikings.Wentz said that his journey throughout the years has given him perspective.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"It sounds crazy when you say that," Wentz said via The Athletic. "Its definitely given me a different perspective. Going from being a starter, traded, cut, being a backup behind some future Hall of Fame quarterbacks and seeing things done (recently) at a really high level. Thats given me some perspective. And also just the perspective of not taking this for granted."Wentzs starts with the Rams and Chiefs came in Week 18, when the two teams were resting their starters ahead of the playoffs. The last time Wentz started meaningful games was with the Commanders in 2022.EXPERT DETAILS HOW LATEST INJURIES TO JAYDEN DANIELS, JJ MCCARTHY COULD HAMPER THEIR ABILITIESNow set to play in Week 3, Wentz will start a game with some "real consequences.""Its exciting for me," Wentz said. "Im not going to lie. Its been a couple of years since I played in a game like this with real consequences."J.J. McCarthy sprained his ankle in the Vikings' 22-6 loss to the Atlanta Falcons in Week 2 and will reportedly miss two-to-four weeks.The Vikings (1-1) will host the Bengals (2-0) at U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday at 1 p.m. ET for their Week 3 matchup.Follow Fox News Digitals sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

After the Chicago Bears hired Ben Johnson following his massive success in Detroit, many football fans expected the Bears to take the next step.Johnson was the offensive coordinator of the high-powered Lions, and his move was widely regarded as extremely beneficial for 2024 first-overall pick Caleb Williams.The season started off nicely when Chicago led the Minnesota Vikings entering the fourth quarter of their season opener. But J.J. McCarthy led a wild comeback, and then Johnson's former Lions dismantled his new team, 52-21, in a sour homecoming game this past Sunday.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMThey say practice makes perfect. Well, that's part of the issue, according to Johnson."I think our practice habits are yet to reflect a championship-caliber team," he said.Asked specifically which practice habits arent "championship-caliber," Johnson gave a lengthy list.DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY EXPLAINS WHAT TURF TOE ACTUALLY IS, WHY IT MAY COST JOE BURROW REST OF THE SEASON"We should be going to the football, finishing hard," he said. "We talk about it all the time with the offensive players that our fundamentals, our finish and our technique, they need to show up in walk-through, they need to show up on the practice field. Thats how it shows up on game day. Simple things of how do we properly block? How do we catch the ball? How do we block after the catch? Ball security and things like that. Its the little things that you learn in youth league football that even at this level, they make a huge difference."Chicago has allowed 73 points over the past five quarters. Minnesota rallied from 11 points down in the fourth quarter for a 27-24 win.The schedule isn't exactly lightening up this week as they host the Dallas Cowboys, who narrowly lost to the reigning Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles before defeating the New York Giants, 40-37, in overtime over the weekend.The Associated Press contributed to this report.Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X,and subscribe tothe Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

Jimmy Uso will be a part of an historic tag-team match at WWEs Wrestlepalooza on Saturday night when he and his twin brother, Jey, go up against Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed.The Usos are already considered to be one of the greatest tag teams in WWE history, having held the tag team championships eight times with one reign lasting a record 622 days and main-eventing Night 1 of WrestleMania 39. Now, they will be a part of the first electromagnetic field (EMF)-free match.Aires Lifetune Zone Max will be on each ring post during the match to help create an EMF-friendly environment. The piece of equipment aims to offer protection along bigger spaces like bedrooms, living rooms and professional wrestling rings. The World Health Organization has said that all populations are "exposed to varying degrees of EMF, and the levels will continue to increase as technology advances."CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMJimmy Uso told Fox News Digital he was excited to be included in the milestone match."Aires Lifetune Zone Max, they got these EMF-friendly devices helping athletes to keep that radiation out, man. Apparently they help us perform better," he said. "Im excited for it, man. Im ready to see if it brings the vibe, if it changes anything, if we feel any energy in there. I think this is one of the coolest things to be a part of."The game is leveled-up big time, and to be a part of it, to be a part of it with this new movement, especially with my brother, especially this tag match, thats also cool for me and my brother to have."The Usos were nearly inseparable for years as the won tag team championships on the RAW brand three times and on the SmackDown brand five times. The two were woven into one of the biggest storylines in pro wrestling for years, with The Bloodline and their cousin Roman Reigns as the "head of the table."Over the last 18 months, The Bloodline fractured and the brothers went their own ways with single runs. Jimmy Uso competed for the United States Championship and to find his footing against some of the top stars on SmackDown, while Jey Uso won the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 41.The Usos have teamed up sparingly since 2023. The Wrestlepalooza stage will be the biggest event for them as purely a duo since Money in the Bank in 2023 when they defeated Reigns and Solo Sikoa.AJ LEE RETURNS TO WWE AFTER 10-YEAR ABSENCE"Wrestlepalooza, to me, I was just telling my brother is, this got that Mania vibe here," Uso said. "This got that big fight feel here. So to double back with my brother, and were going up against Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed, hungry talent, great in the ring, these brothers can go, Im ready to see where were at. Its been a while. Im ready to see whether the Usos, one of the greatest tag teams ever, how were going to perform. Can we keep it up? We got some young dogs in there thats ready to prove themselves."Uso said he wasnt concerned too much about rust as a tag team but more so about how the energy at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis will affect them."Honestly, bro, I think its more like a mental rust because you have those doubts Do the Usos still got that charisma? Do they still got that chemistry? Can they still go in there and let everybody know the reason why they were the longest-reigning tag team in WWE for a reason? Thats the only thing but I think thats normal right?" he said. ""That nervousness if you aint kinda shaken, if you aint got that nervousness in you, its time to hang them boots up. I still feel it everyday before we about to walk out through them curtains. Hell man, I dont see how my brother does it. He comes out every week in that crowd. Its intense, man. Ive been in the crowd with him a few times during his entrance, and Ill tell you, that energy, thats a real thing, man. Were ready to keep it going and keep it moving and bring that energy in."WWE STAR OBA FEMI THROWS OPPONENT THROUGH TABLE FROM RING DURING HEATWAVE MATCH, RETAINS TITLEHaving his family around him is something Uso is incredibly grateful for. Hes a part of a Samoan lineage that is engrained in professional wrestling whether its WWE or elsewhere. And it continues today.Uso competes with Jey, his wife, Naomi, his other brother Sikoa, his cousins Reigns and Jacob Fatu and his cousin Nia Jax. Hes also a distant cousin of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. His father is WWE legend Rikishi."I remember my dad telling us, You get on this road, you guys be blessed that yall get to run this road together. He did it alone. He did it a while by himself for about 25 years. You know, to have all my brothers on the road with me, man, thats a different support system. Thats something where like, sometimes, no words are said. Its just the presence of being around each other and just knowing you aint never alone," he said. "And thats all we need to know."Im one of the lucky ones, one of the few lucky ones, man, because a lot of our co-workers, a lot of our boys, a lot of our friends, its a family away from family. A lot of them, they are on the road alone. They leave their families. I leave my family, but Im never alone. So, I try to remind the homies, everybody thats away from their family, its hard work, its a grind, but as long as you know, man, if you got somebody, any kind of family, they aint even gotta be blood related, but if theyre there for you, theyre there for you. And thats what I think is the coolest thing."Wrestlepalooza takes place Saturday night at 7 p.m. ET. Its the first premium live event to be featured on ESPN in the U.S.Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

Several public officials have faced expulsion calls over their reactions to Charlie Kirks murder, including a West Virginia delegate who compared him to the Charlotte train stabbing suspect and framed the issue in terms of alleged "racist" language and domestic terrorism.Their comments highlight how Kirks death has become a flashpoint in the national debate over political rhetoric and violence.Del. Anitra Hamilton, D-Morgantown, who leads the NAACP branch in Monongalia and Preston counties, faced blowback for Facebook posts that appear to have since been deleted accusing the late conservative activist of racism and claiming such "words of a racist nature" are tantamount to domestic terrorism."The value of truth exposes your values, priorities and beliefs. You can profess Jesus, tweet about Him, and talk about Him in your speeches, and yet be a racist," Hamilton posted, according to screenshots circulated by Rep. Riley Moore, R-W.V., former top Ted Cruz staffer Steve Guest and others."You can murder one woman on a train by stabbing her in the neck and be condemned by the masses or you can travel the nation spewing hatred and racism, harming thousands and be loved by the masses and both have the same outcome," the posts read.CHARLIE KIRK'S MURDER THE LATEST IN INCREASING POLITICAL VIOLENCE NATIONWIDE, FROM PA GOVERNOR TO SCOTUS"Speaking words of a racist nature is not your First Amendment right, but are acts of domestic terrorism upon the souls of American people," Hamilton continued, per the screenshots.Hamilton also said proper debate cannot take place where the Black population is "1.36%," which matches figures for Utah, where Kirk was killed.Moore responded by calling for Charleston lawmakers to expel Hamilton, adding, "This is the ideology we are up against.""Tolerating the warped mindset that leads to disgusting behavior like this from radical Leftists with no consequence is how we end up with a 31-year-old dad being shot and killed in cold blood."Moore added that lawmakers cannot be "justifying murder."Sen. Jim Justice, R-W.V., strongly condemned Hamilton."The delegate from the 81st (District) ought to be ashamed because celebrating the death of an individual who engages in regular political dialogue on college campuses is really, truly sad to see," said Justice.BEFORE CHARLIE KIRK MURDER, UTAH GOV. COX PUSHED EFFORT TO DISAGREE BETTERThe governor-turned-senator originally appointed Hamilton to the role with a senior government staffer familiar with the appointment telling Fox News Digital he was bound by a rule to choose one of Democrats handpicked options.The staffer told Fox News Digital that Hamiltons comments show how common it is for the opposing parties in West Virginia to offer only the "most radical" candidates for vacancy appointments.Del. Wayne Clark, R-Charles Town, reserved comment on Hamiltons statements but told Fox News Digital that Kirks murder is a "tragic loss for our country" and that his "ability to debate while maintaining civility is unmatched in anyone in our lifetime.""Those who feel that his assassination is justified for any reason should question their moral beliefs on the preservation of life," Clark said.State Del. Geno Chiarelli, a Republican who also represents Monongalia County like Hamilton, confirmed discussions have been going on in the legislature about how to punish Hamilton, up to and including expulsion.Chiarelli told Fox News Digital he isnt officially part of such considerations but would support expulsion if the caucus leadership decided that was the route they want to go.A Charleston official also cited an uphill climb for expulsion versus censure or other punishments, as it would require a 2/3 vote of the 91-9 GOP-majority chamber."The left is already trying to downplay this, but the reality is sobering: Charlie Kirk was murdered by somebody who thought he was full of hate," Moore said, calling the murder "left-wing terrorism" brought about by "endless demonization" by the Democratic Party.Beyond Mountaineer country, several other lawmakers have come under fire for their responses to Kirks murder.In Bernville, Pennsylvania a quiet Pennsylvania Dutch community best known for its nationally recognized Christmas Village the towns Democratic mayor posted a clip from Charlie Kirks podcast implying he was glad Kirk had died."This is what MAGA represents. This is what Trump lowered flags for," wrote Mayor Shawn Raup-Konsavage, according to Allentowns WFMZ-69 News."If this represents you, then I don't want to hear that you are offended that I'm glad he is gone."CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPRaup-Konsavage previously made headlines after President Donald Trumps first assassination attempt, with a post that reportedly read, "Try harder."Bernville Borough Councilman Wayne Lesher told WFMZ that while he disagrees with Raup-Konsavage, the remarks were made on a private page under First Amendment protections."You're celebrating the death of somebody. That's nothing to celebrate," Lesher said.Separately, a councilmember in Tucson, Arizona, faced blowback for an apparently misspelled post meant to read "Karma," after Kirks murder, according to the citys CBS affiliate.Another West Virginia official a mayor in the Northern Panhandle expressed surprise at criticisms he said outnumbered people who voted in the previous municipal election.Wellsburg, West Virginia, Mayor Dan Dudley reportedly wrote, "Sad day in America. Flying an American flag half-mast for a racist. Priceless. Wellsburg Mayor Daniel L. Dudley," according to Wheelings ABC affiliate.State Del. Jimmy Willis, R-Wellsburg, told the outlet that whether it is attacks on Kirk, Trump or Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, "violence is never the answer."Fox News Digital reached out to Hamilton and the NAACPs Kingwood chapter for comment.

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is getting blasted on social media after posting a picture supportingAmerican Federation of Teachers (AFT) chief Randi Weingartens new book that suggests her political opponents are "fascists.""Congratulations to my friend [Weingarten] on Why Fascists Fear Teachers. From banning books to controlling curriculum, authoritarians go after public education because it's a cornerstone of democracy," Clinton posted on Wednesday, along with a picture of Weingarten holding the book."Randi's new book is a critical read for this moment," she wrote.Clinton was criticized by conservatives for the post, which they argued continued the smear campaign against political opponents that many believe contributed to the assassination of Charlie Kirk.TOP UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATOR CALLS CHARLIE KIRK ASSASSINATION 'FAIR' DUE TO STANCE ON GUNS: 'NO PRAYERS'"It's been one week since Charlie Kirk was murdered by a lunatic who wrote about fascists on shell casings," Republican communicator Matt Whitlockposted on X."Now, Randi Weingarten has a new book arguing everyone who disagrees with her views on public education which have destroyed public education in America is a fascist."American Culture Project senior fellow Corey DeAngelis wrote on X, "Hillary Clinton and Randi Weingarten are going full speed ahead with this disgusting rhetoric right after Charlie Kirks assassination. Sick people."LIBERAL PROFESSORS GROUP BACKS FACULTY SPEECH AFTER CHARLIE KIRK ASSASSINATION, SILENT ON CONDEMNING ATTACK"Charlie Kirk was murdered exactly one week ago," conservative influencer Jack Posobiecposted on X. "Heres Hillary Clinton today:""They wrote an entire book on a word they dont even understand," restaurateur and Huntington Beach City Council member Andrew Gruelposted on X."The room. That's what y'all should read," Washington Free Beacon investigative reporter Chuck Rossposted on X.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP"Democrats Hillary Clinton and Randi Weingarten are still suggesting Republicans are fascists,'" an account belonging to the Republican National Committee(RNC) posted on X."They really cant help themselves, can they?"Fox News Digital reached out to Clintons office for comment on the post, which has racked up 2 million views on X, but did not immediately hear back."Have they read the book?" Weingarten said in a statement to Fox News Digital. "If they did theyd discover its a love letter to teachers."Weingarten's book, which hit bookshelves Tuesday, elaborates on her views on battling what she says is fascist ideology and how it works to "undermine democracy, opportunity and public education as we know it.""Attacks on schools and teachers have long been a hallmark of fascist regimes: Throughout history, as many dictators rose to power they began banning books and controlling curriculum," the book's preview reads. "Fascists fear teachers because teachers foster an educated and empowered population that can see past propaganda and scare tactics. Fascists fear teachers because they teach young people how to think for themselves."Media pundits and conservatives have been pointing to the left's years of claiming conservative figures such as Kirk are "fascists."Following Kirk's assassination at the hands of a shooter authorities say embraced a leftist ideology, numerous examples have surfaced of liberal pundits, politicians, professors and other individuals celebrating or downplaying the death of Kirk, prompting many to blame heated political rhetoric from the left as a contributor to Kirk's death.Fox News Digital's Emma Colton contributed to this report.