Twenty-three House Republicans, led by Rep. Chip Roy, are demanding the creation of a special congressional committee with subpoena power to investigate what they call “radical left” networks in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination. They argue that groups like Antifa and donors such as George Soros may be fueling political violence against conservatives.

The lawmakers say the committee is needed to uncover coordinated efforts behind recent attacks and threats, framing Kirk’s killing as part of a broader pattern of violence targeting right-leaning voices. Their proposal mirrors past select committees that wielded significant authority to compel testimony and documents.

Democrats condemned Kirk’s killing but warned against turning the tragedy into a partisan blame game. Party leaders stressed the importance of lowering the temperature of political rhetoric rather than escalating divisions with accusations that lack concrete evidence.

Meanwhile, police identified 22-year-old Tyler Robinson as the suspect in the Utah Valley University shooting. Investigators described the attack as politically motivated, but details about Robinson’s alleged planning and connections are still emerging. The call for a special committee highlights how the assassination has quickly become a flashpoint in the nation’s ongoing battles over politics, violence, and accountability.