The Utah governor has received bipartisan praise for his rhetoric, but some conservatives have been more critical.
Steve Bannon has called for an investigation into Utah Governor Spencer Cox following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.Why It Matters
Kirk, 31, was assassinated during a speech at Utah Valley University on September 10 during his „American Comeback Tour.“ A suspect, 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, is in custody. Kirk was a vocal supporter of President Donald Trump and played a key role in organizing young Republican voters.What To Know
Cox has earned bipartisan praise for his response to the assassination, but some more MAGA-aligned conservatives, such as Bannon, have been more critical. During an episode of his War Room podcast, the former White House chief strategist called on Cox to be investigated over the state’s mental health initiatives.
No law enforcement has suggested Cox has done any wrongdoing to warrant an investigation.
During an interview with Sheila Matthews, a co-founder of a conservative parental rights group, Bannon raised concerns about Intermountain Support Coordination Services, a company that is contracted by the state to provide services for individuals who have disabilities. Robinson’s mother, Amber Robinson, is a social worker who has reportedly worked for the company.
