The killing of Charlie Kirk is part of a grim pattern of political violence. This is what the data show

The activist embodied a fiery style of conservatism and energised young voters

The latest news in US politics, with coverage of Donald Trump’s second term.

US is experiencing most profound surge in political violence since the 1970s, data shows

The latest news in US politics, with coverage of Donald Trump’s second term.

Our weekly podcast on democracy in America. This week, tensions are high following the latest act of political violence. After Charlie Kirk was killed on Wednesday, President…

The killing of Charlie Kirk is part of a grim pattern of political violence. This is what the data show

Political violence could become routine. But it doesn’t have to

Rachel Leingang explains how increasing numbers of people believe violence is the way to achieve political goals