Teachers, firefighters and military personnel among those who lost jobs after posting their opinion on social media

Several conservative activists have sought to identify social media users whose posts about Kirk they viewed as offensive or celebratory.

Teachers, firefighters and military personnel among those who lost jobs after posting their opinion on social media

Public figures, academics and everyday business owners have faced consequences for comments that contained jokes, celebrations or other musings.

Right-wing activists are targeting teachers, workers for critical remarks on Charlie Kirk’s death.

Numerous firings reported as authorities search out commentary deemed offensive on conservative free speech advocate’s killing – key stories from 13 September 2025 at a glance

WASHINGTON: For some Americans on the far right, Charlie Kirk died a “martyr” and any criticism of the hugely popular conservative activist must be punished. Online vitriol and…

In the U.S., laws can vary across states, but overall, there’s very little legal protections for employees who are punished for speech made both in and out of private workplaces.

Comments online are leading to firings as conservative lawmakers and influencers look to curb speech seen as negative to Kirk.