Candace Owens claims Charlie Kirk assassination wasn't about him
Candace Owens sparked outrage by claiming Charlie Kirk was killed after allegedly refusing to participate in a plot against her.
A viral X post accused Owens of making Kirk's death about herself and condemned her remarks as disrespectful.
Owens expanded her theory, citing alleged conversations and an unnamed statement from Andrew Colbett.
Critics questioned the allegations while supporters defended Owens, fueling intense online debate.
The backlash intensified after Owens suggested the assassination was not about Kirk but about her.
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