Senator Bernie Sanders spoke out following the murder of Charlie Kirk, warning of the dangerous rise in political violence across the United States.

“The murder of Charlie Kirk is part of a disturbing rise in political violence that threatens to hollow out our public life,” Sanders stated.

He emphasized that democracy depends on citizens being able to speak freely without intimidation or threats. “A free society relies on the premise that people can speak out without fear or humiliation,” Sanders said.

Sanders closed his remarks with a clear call: “No more political violence.”

The senator’s comments highlight a rare moment of unity in American politics, as leaders across the spectrum grapple with the implications of Kirk’s killing and the broader rise in extremism.