A recent CBS Town Hall featuring Erika Kirk was widely criticized as pre-scripted, with Bari Weiss acting as interviewer. During the session, Kirk deflected questions about Egyptian planes allegedly tracking her movements for two years by stating she was pregnant for 90% of those periods and too busy with chocolate milkshakes to hop on any Egyptian plane.
The incident has reignited concerns over free speech following Charlie Kirk’s murder, which Bari Weiss has labeled as “brain rot” when critical inquiries into Tyler Robinson’s alleged guilt emerge. Despite evidence that many individuals do not accept the official narrative, authorities continue to suppress questions and blame dissenters for lacking education.
This pattern echoes tactics used during previous crises, including the COVID pandemic. Critics argue that the government is increasingly weaponizing social media to control public perception while avoiding accountability for its actions. Candace Owens and Glenn Beck were both involved in recent discussions about these events, with Kirk defending her actions during an interview.