Killing of Charlie Kirk deepens fears of rising political violence

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  Good morning. It's Friday, September 12th.

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  I'm Shamita Basu.

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  This is Apple News Today.

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  On today's show: the health risks from plastics that no one talks about,

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  Bad Bunny's residency concludes as a love letter to Puerto Rico, and what to watch for as the WNBA playoffs get underway.

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  But first, to what we now know and still don't know about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

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  The search for the shooter is ongoing.

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  Authorities released several photos of their person of interest and a video of him jumping down from the roof of a building nearby.

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  In the images, he appears to be wearing a T-shirt with an eagle and American flag.

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  Authorities also recovered a high-powered rifle in a nearby wooded area.

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  Speaking at a press conference in Utah last night, Governor Spencer Cox appealed for public support.

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  We cannot do our job without the public's help right now.

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  The public has answered our call for action.

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  So far, we've received more than 7,000 leads and tips.

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  I would just note that the FBI hasn't received this many digital media tips from the public since the Boston Marathon bombing.

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  At Utah's State Capitol yesterday, there were vigils held to honor Kirk, attended by many college students.

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  Here's Rory Stewart, chair of the Utah College Republicans.

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  Tonight, as we remember him, let's carry forward his spirit.

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  Let's be people who continue showing up and having tough conversations and defending the freedoms we cherish.

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  That's the legacy Charlie left us, and it's one worth living out every single day.

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