Trump Defends Not Lowering Flags for Slain MN Speaker; Vance, Miller Stoke Clash | CNN2.0

🔥 President Trump says he “would’ve” lowered flags for Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman if Gov. Tim Walz had asked, even as he ordered half‑staff honors for Charlie Kirk within hours, drawing scrutiny over inconsistent responses.
🗳️ Vice President JD Vance blames “a growing and powerful minority on the far left,” urging public shaming and employer pressure, while critics warn this escalates division before motive is established by law enforcement.
⚖️ Deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller vows to “dismantle” a “vast domestic terror movement,” prompting concerns about chilling dissent as officials maintain the suspect acted alone.
🧭 Panelists including Adam Kinzinger and Bakari Sellers debate rhetoric, “martyr” framing, and whether political tit‑for‑tat and firings over speech risk fueling a cycle of violence.
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