Jezebel Boasts About Cursing Conservative Activist Before His Tragic Death
Left-leaning news outlet Jezebel, notorious for its radical feminist take, has landed itself in hot water after admitting to hiring online witches to cast spells on Charlie Kirk, the passionate Trump-supporting founder of Turning Point USA, just two days before his violent death. The story—a chilling example of how political hostilities are morphing into real-world dangers—has ignited an uproar among those who see it as more evidence of the dangerous rhetoric coming from the left in the age of President Donald Trump’s (Republican) renewed leadership.
On September 8, 2025, Jezebel gleefully published an article called “We Paid Some Etsy Witches to Curse Charlie Kirk,” freely confessing its foray into modern hexes aimed at a young conservative powerhouse. The piece’s initial tone struck many as mocking and cavalier, sharing specifics on purchased spells—”Karmic Revenge,” “Same Day Bad Luck Curse,” “Insanity Hex,” and even a “MAKE EVERYONE HATE HIM” spell—never shying from labeling Kirk a “far-right misogynist” and the “hag of his nightmares.” Only after the dust from Kirk’s untimely shooting settled did Jezebel add an editor’s note condemning violence.
For Trump supporters and constitutional conservatives, the tragedy struck a raw nerve. Charlie Kirk was not just another political figure; he was a relentless campaigner for conservative ideals, galvanizing the youth in support of Trump and battling cancel culture on campus. With details emerging about the Jezebel article’s timing, and its removal of author Claire Guinan’s name following Kirk’s death, many question whether lines of decency have been crossed in left-wing media circles.
“If your idea of journalism includes paying someone to hex your ideological opponents, you’re part of the problem,” said one prominent conservative commentator. “There’s nothing funny about demonizing political rivals—words and actions have consequences.”
The Jezebel debacle isn’t just a one-off misstep; it’s become a flashpoint for deeper debate over leftist radicalism, media irresponsibility, and the consequences of stoking hostility in America’s post-2024 political landscape. Even as Jezebel insists the witch-hiring article was meant as “humor,” it remains online, a lasting testament to the volatility—and recklessness—swelling in the culture wars.
This event has fueled outrage over what many view as a dangerous normalization of violence—be it implied or enacted—against conservatives in media discourse. As President Trump (Republican) and allies call for unity and civil debate, the fallout from Kirk’s assassination reminds Americans why leadership and clear moral boundaries are now more crucial than ever.
The Outrage Unfolds: Kirk’s Death, Jezebel’s Response, and the National Reckoning
Wednesday, September 10, started like any day on President Trump’s (Republican) resurgent American calendar: hopeful, determined, focused on reclaiming traditional values. But by midday, tragedy struck. Charlie Kirk was fatally shot at Utah Valley University, less than two full days after Jezebel publicly joked about wishing his demise—an incident that has since thrown fuel on the fiery debate over political discourse and media responsibility.
Kirk, a beacon for younger Trump voters, had taken the stage for his high-energy “American Comeback Tour,” aimed at inspiring students to push back against radical left policies. According to reports, the shooting erupted suddenly from a rooftop and left the 31-year-old advocate gravely wounded. While authorities and the FBI lead the pursuit of a still-unidentified perpetrator, the atmosphere of shock and loss is undeniable across the conservative movement.
In the immediate aftermath, Jezebel added a hastily-written editor’s note to its article—acknowledging the tragic events, denouncing violence, but failing to retract or remove the piece. Critics lambasted the move as “too little, too late,” with some arguing that such public demonization—even when labeled as satire—risks blurring lines between rhetorical jabs and real-life harm. The byline change from Claire Guinan to “Jezebel” spoke volumes: distancing individuals from culpability, but preserving the media brand’s message for clicks.
“This isn’t journalism; it’s playground bullying for a far-left audience that has lost all perspective,” asserted a conservative podcaster. “If the tables were turned and a right-wing outlet celebrated cursing a left-leaning figure, media outrage would be deafening.”
The widespread condemnation of the shooting came from all quarters, with President Trump (Republican) and former President Barack Obama (Democratic) jointly rejecting political violence. Young conservatives, emboldened by Kirk’s message, grieved while calling for peaceful engagement—not escalation. Conservative organizations responded by pledging even more support for free speech, robust debate, and safe public discourse for all Americans—core values now threatened by a culture of smears and unaccountable rhetoric from some corners of mainstream media.
For those who watched Kirk energize the Trump movement, the tragedy drove home what happens when inflammatory language is allowed to fester. It’s a chilling moment for the American First agenda, yet one that has united the President and his supporters around the necessity for maturity, accountability, and respect—even in disagreement.
Historical and Cultural Context: Political Demonization and Media Recklessness in the Trump Era
What happened with Jezebel, its witches, and the loss of Charlie Kirk isn’t isolated. Rather, it’s a signpost in a larger, troubling timeline where left-leaning media figures feel emboldened to target conservatives without restraint or consequence. Since Trump’s first administration and especially after his triumphant re-election in 2024, progressive outlets have increasingly blurred the boundaries between critique, ridicule, and outright demonization, often portraying Trump’s supporters—including college activists like Kirk—as dangerous or undeserving of civil treatment.
Such narratives, once confined to social media fringes, are now finding a mainstream platform. Jezebel’s willingness to “joke” about cursing Kirk with misfortune speaks to the depth of contempt some elements of the left have developed for those who dare to challenge radical gender ideology, open borders, and the erosion of American values. Though the magazine insisted its intent was humor, critics argue that tone matters—especially in a hyper-partisan climate, where words can inspire the unhinged or provide cover for more extreme actions.
The fact that Kirk himself was a tireless champion of President Trump (Republican), rallying young Americans to reject socialism and cultural Marxism, only intensified liberal hostility. His murder is now the latest, most extreme example of political violence in a string of attacks on right-leaning personalities over the last few years—a trend President Trump’s America First administration continues to battle.
“We cannot heal as a country when the leftist media is more interested in clicks than in the well-being of their fellow Americans,” remarked a Turning Point USA spokesperson. “The days of one-way outrage have to end—accountability is not partisan.”
Looking to the future, the conservative movement finds itself at another crossroads. Will leftist media outlets learn the lessons of restraint and responsibility? Or will the outrage and unchecked rhetoric only escalate, placing more activists, candidates, and ordinary Americans in harm’s way? President Trump’s (Republican) administration continues to champion policies defending free speech, confronting media bias, and restoring sanity to public debate. The stakes have rarely been higher—and Charlie Kirk’s memory now stands as a rallying cry for everyone committed to peace, strength, and real American freedom.