Political Violence in the U.S. in the 21st Century: Quick Facts

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A makeshift memorial with flowers, small American flags, a photo of Melissa and Mark Hortman, and a sign reading rest in power at the Minnesota State Capitol building.

Congressman Steve Scalise speaks at a podium with U.S. flags and a House of Representatives banner in the background.

Gretchen Whitmer smiling, wearing a tan jacket, with shoulder-length brown hair, photographed indoors against a light background.

Former president Donald Trump with blood on his face raises his arm while surrounded by Secret Service agents during a campaign rally, with a crowd and American flags in the background.

Charlie Kirk wearing a suit and visitor badge stands in a decorated room with gold accents, looking forward, with blurred people in the foreground.

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