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Fetterman defends Kirk widow’s emotional response
Filed: May 14, 2026 at 5:03 PM ET
Summary: Sen. Fetterman defended Erika Kirk’s emotional reaction after the WHCA Dinner shooting and commented on Iran nuclear policy and defense spending.
WHO: Sen. John Fetterman
WHAT: Defended Erika Kirk’s emotional response to the WHCA Dinner shooting and discussed Iran nuclear policy and defense spending.
WHEN: May 14, 2026 at 4:41 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: He was responding to criticism of Erika Kirk’s emotional reaction after the WHCA Dinner shooting.
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