Candace Owens Claims Charlie Kirk Shooter Is Being Setup While FBI Calls Out Internet Sleuths! | HO~

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In the aftermath of the shocking death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, a storm of controversy has erupted across social media and the podcasting world. The investigation into Kirk’s death has been marked not only by intense public scrutiny but also by a battle over narrative control—one that has pitted high-profile commentators like Candace Owens against law enforcement officials and internet sleuths alike.

Candace Owens: “They Found Their Patsy”

Candace Owens, a prominent conservative commentator and frequent critic of government overreach, has become one of the loudest voices questioning the official story surrounding Charlie Kirk’s death. On her recent podcast appearances, Owens has repeatedly cast doubt on the idea that Tyler Robinson—the man currently in custody and charged with Kirk’s murder—is truly responsible.

Owens, never one to shy away from controversy, likened the current investigation to the infamous JFK assassination. “We are right now living through the JFK assassination,” Owens told her audience. “The Warren Commission was a complete and utter farce to pretend like the government was taking it seriously and investigating. Are we seeing the same thing here?”

While Owens acknowledged that Robinson’s gun was involved and that “weird stuff” surrounds the case, she insisted, “I don’t believe he pulled the trigger.” Instead, she suggested that Robinson is being set up as a scapegoat—a “patsy”—while the real perpetrators remain at large. Owens claimed to have sources indicating that more people were involved, including potentially a woman whose presence was allegedly captured on a ring camera, footage she says has not been made public.

Her skepticism extends beyond the individual accused. Owens questioned the speed with which the crime scene was cleaned and the lack of transparency in the investigation. “Why was the crime scene cleaned up so quickly? These are fair questions to ask,” she asserted.

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FBI Calls Out Internet Sleuths

While Owens and other commentators continue to question the official narrative, law enforcement is pushing back against what they see as dangerous speculation. Cash Patel, a former Trump administration official now involved with the FBI’s public outreach, addressed the growing wave of online conspiracy theories.

“The simple answer, in my opinion, is social media is wildly out of control and there’s too much clickbait in this country,” Patel said in a recent interview. He highlighted the role of online platforms in radicalizing individuals and spreading misinformation, calling for more government involvement in regulating social media. “If we want to protect our youth, we’ve got to get more involved in social media and online platforms because that’s where the assassins of this world get radicalized.”

Patel defended the FBI’s handling of the Kirk investigation, noting that the agency had released more information to the public than usual due to the case’s high profile. He also compared the speed of the Kirk investigation to other high-profile manhunts, such as the Boston Marathon bombing. “When we take our investigations out to the streets, I have the same ethos. And this is how we got Charlie Kirk’s alleged assassin so fast,” Patel said.

However, he criticized the role of internet sleuths and podcasters, accusing them of spreading “crazy conspiracy theories because it makes them money.” Patel insisted, “I don’t work for them and I don’t respond to them.”

The Podcasting Frenzy

The Kirk case has become a lightning rod for online debate, with podcasters and commentators across the political spectrum weighing in. Dave, host of the Rush Hour podcast, has been following the story closely, sharing clips of Owens’ commentary and providing his own analysis.

Dave expressed skepticism about the government’s narrative, noting the destroyed note allegedly connected to Robinson and the lack of clear evidence presented to the public. “I haven’t seen the actual evidence that the government says they have against Tyler. There’s a note that’s destroyed? What? No, I’m going to need more than that,” he said.

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He also pushed back against attempts to frame Robinson as “far left” based on rumors about his personal life, arguing that political identity cannot be reduced to such simplistic terms. “The only thing people say is, ‘Well, he was dating a trans person.’ Was he? We don’t even know about that. And if that’s true, Caitlyn Jenner is a pretty far-right person and she’s trans,” Dave argued.

The podcast host acknowledged the dangers of conspiracy theories but defended the right of ordinary people to ask questions. “The term ‘conspiracy theory’ was created to shame people for asking questions. Well, oftentimes a conspiracy theory can prove to be right or partially right,” he said. “We live in a time where people want transparency, and I don’t think it’s people just on the right or just on the left. Let people ask these questions.”

Mainstream Voices Join the Debate

The debate has not been confined to fringe platforms. Well-known figures like Piers Morgan and Patrick Bet-David have also raised concerns about the investigation’s transparency.

“You haven’t got to be a conspiracy theorist to think what is going on here,” Morgan said, echoing the frustrations of many who feel the official timeline does not add up. Bet-David, meanwhile, called for a balanced approach: “Justice, right? Innocent until proven guilty. Trust but verify.”

Both commentators pointed to lingering questions about security protocols, the handling of evidence, and the broader context of government mistrust. “The trust is not there right now,” Dave observed. “The way they’re bungling Epstein, saying that there’s no one else involved… We know there’s so much more to the story.”

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The Challenge of Truth in the Internet Age

The Kirk case has become a microcosm of a larger struggle over truth and accountability in the digital era. As Owens, Patel, and a host of internet sleuths battle for control of the narrative, the public is left to sift through competing claims and unanswered questions.

Owens’ critics argue that her credibility hinges on whether she can produce evidence to back up her claims. “She makes all these claims, but she doesn’t back it up,” one commentator said. Owens herself acknowledged the challenge of working with confidential sources, saying, “You can’t always share that information right away because it might implicate the source.”

Meanwhile, the FBI and other officials warn that unchecked speculation can undermine investigations and endanger innocent people. Patel insisted that if anyone else was involved in Kirk’s murder, “we’ll find them and we’ll get them.”

Conclusion: Justice in the Spotlight

As the investigation into Charlie Kirk’s death continues, the tension between official narratives and alternative theories shows no signs of abating. With Owens promising more revelations and internet sleuths digging deeper, the demand for transparency and accountability remains high.

Whether Tyler Robinson is truly the perpetrator or the victim of a setup, as Owens claims, will ultimately be decided in court. In the meantime, the case serves as a stark reminder of the challenges facing law enforcement, the media, and the public in the search for truth in a polarized and digitally connected world.

Stay tuned as more details emerge and the battle for narrative control intensifies.