Charlie Kirk, a prominent conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA, has launched an Islamophobic verbal attack on Minneapolis mayoral candidate Omar Fateh. Fateh, who is a Democrat and a Muslim, has been accused by Kirk of being part of a “Muslim plot” to take over the government.
Kirk’s comments were widely condemned by local politicians, including Mayor Jacob Frey, who is Jewish. Both Fateh and Frey are running for election in November. In response to Kirk’s attack, Fateh said that Minneapolis values diversity and progressiveness, while Frey described Fateh as a “proud American” who loves the city.
Kirk has faced criticism for his own comments on social issues, including antisemitism accusations. This week’s attacks on Fateh have sparked outrage among right-wing commenters, many of whom have joined Kirk in painting Fateh as a threat to America.
Source: https://www.startribune.com/charlie-kirk-islamophobic-tweets-omar-fateh/601425627