The Guardian is retracting its earlier report that the alleged assassin of Charlie Kirk, Tyler Robinson, identified as "leftist," according to a statement on X by reporter Will Sommer. The retraction comes as Elon Musk stated, "Either we fight back or they will kill us." These developments occurred during the reporting window of September 13th, 2025, from 2:02 PM to 2:46 PM UTC. The Guardian's correction, shared via X, specifically addresses the claim made by an unnamed high school friend of Robinson that he was "really leftist." This retraction casts doubt on earlier reporting that detailed Robinson's alleged political leanings, which contrasted with his Republican family. The FBI has been reportedly investigating Discord chats involving Robinson, who is accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University. In parallel, Elon Musk's comment on X, shared by Unusual Whales, suggests a broader sentiment of resistance. This statement follows President Donald Trump's departure from New York City to Bedminster, New Jersey, at approximately 2:40 AM UTC on September 13th. Vigils for Kirk have continued nationwide, with his widow, Erika Kirk, issuing a warning about "evil doers." Far-right commentators, including Stephen Miller, have vowed to continue Kirk's mission. Earlier on September 13th, an Indian immigrant was beheaded in Dallas by a suspect with multiple prior arrests, an incident that prompted Representative Ro Khanna to question the suspect's custody status. Separately, the Trump administration has drafted a proposal to deploy 1,000 Louisiana National Guard troops for law enforcement missions in Louisiana's urban centers, according to Pentagon planning documents. President Trump also reiterated the U.S. stance on imposing major sanctions on Russia, contingent upon NATO country alignment and cessation of Russian oil purchases.
