WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump appeared on FOX and Friends earlier today to address the nationwide manhunt for the suspect in the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
During the interview, the president confirmed that law enforcement had taken the suspect into custody.
In addition to announcing the arrest, President Trump said his administration is preparing to examine potential Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) charges against billionaire George Soros, citing his role in supporting protests and riots across the country.
“We’re going to look into Soros because I think it’s a RICO case against him and other people because this is more than protests. This is real agitation; this is riots on the street — and we’re going to look into that,” Trump said.
.@POTUS: "We're going to look into Soros because I think it's a RICO case against him and other people because this is more than protests. This is real agitation; this is riots on the street — and we're going to look into that." pic.twitter.com/zwUr03G5DA
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The president’s remarks follow similar statements he made in August, prior to Kirk’s assassination at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah.
At that time, Trump argued that Soros and his son, Alex Soros, should face charges under RICO for allegedly financing left-wing movements that he said have escalated into violent riots.
Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA, was killed last week when a gunman fired on him during a campus event.
His death has sparked widespread outrage and renewed calls from conservatives for accountability over violent political extremism.
Trump pointed directly at Soros as a central figure in what he described as coordinated efforts to destabilize communities.
Soros’ Open Society Foundations has long been tied to funding political movements and activist groups worldwide.
Critics argue that his support has extended to organizations involved in violent unrest in the United States.
Over the years, Soros has directed funding to groups behind demonstrations ranging from Black Lives Matter protests to anti-Israel movements.
Trump and his allies have accused Soros of using his influence to promote radical left-wing causes, bankroll “dark money” projects, and undermine conservative governments.
According to the Gateway Pundit, Soros-funded Texas Majority PAC is also under investigation for allegedly funneling money to Texas Democrats who left the state in protest of redistricting legislation earlier this year.
Last month, Trump issued a statement calling for both Soros and his son to be prosecuted under RICO.
“They should be charged with RICO because of their support of violent protests, and much more, all throughout the United States of America,” Trump said at the time.
The president reiterated that stance in his interview today, tying the call for prosecution to the broader need for law and order in the wake of Kirk’s death.
Federal authorities have not yet confirmed details about possible charges related to Soros or his organizations.
However, Trump said the administration is reviewing available evidence and will push forward with legal action if the facts support it.
Charlie Kirk’s assassination has become a rallying point for conservatives, with many citing the attack as part of a broader pattern of violence against political figures on the right.
Trump said his administration will continue to pursue justice for Kirk while also targeting what he described as the networks fueling ongoing unrest across the country.
