A recent MSNBC segment has sparked widespread controversy, with MSNBC facing backlash for comments interpreted as inflammatory rhetoric.
The broadcast in question aired on MSNBC late last week, during a discussion involving Democratic Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (D-TX). Crockett, a frequent MSNBC guest known for her outspoken criticism of Republicans, was part of a panel or interview where the conversation escalated into calls for Democrats to "arm up" in what was described as a "war" against Republican policies and figures.
The segment occurred on MSNBC's The Cross Connection. It followed initial reports of Charlie Kirk's shooting, which was later confirmed as an assassination by suspect Tyler Robinson, arrested Friday. The discussion framed the political climate as a "battle" or "war," drawing parallels to voting rights, democracy threats, and recent violence.
MSNBC tells their viewers “EVERYONE NEEDS TO PICK UP A WEAPON AND GET INVOLVED”.
— Johnny Midnight ⚡️ (@its_The_Dr) September 12, 2025
Notice Jasmine Crockett nods in agreement.
Prime example of how these people really are!
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Panel guest Jasmine Crockett nodded in agreement and contributed to the rhetoric. Posts and clips describe her declaring, "It’s time to pick up a weapon. We’re at war!" in reference to Democrats needing to actively combat Republican influence. Crockett, a former Texas state representative and current U.S. Congresswoman, has been vocal on MSNBC about issues like election integrity and conservative extremism.
The broadcast has reignited debates about political violence, especially in the wake of Kirk's killing, which prompted bipartisan calls for enhanced security for public figures. MSNBC President Rebecca Kutler issued statements condemning violence and distancing the network from inflammatory comments.
Critics, including Fox News hosts like Jesse Watters and conservative figures like James Woods, have labeled it as direct incitement, contrasting it with liberal accusations against right-wing rhetoric