The Department of War (DOW) issued a statement on September 12th, 2025, at approximately 2:17 PM UTC, affirming a zero-tolerance policy for military personnel or DOW civilians who celebrate or mock the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The statement was released via the official DOW Response X account. This policy clarification from the Department of War comes amidst ongoing investigations into an assassination, though specific details linking this statement directly to the current investigation were not provided in the source material. The DOW's stance emphasizes strict adherence to conduct standards within its ranks and civilian workforce regarding sensitive events. Previous statements from Representative Nancy Mace on September 12th, 2025, offered a preliminary assessment of a shooter's identity, which law enforcement officials stated they were still working to determine.
