UCLA director fired over controversial posts about Charlie Kirk's death

Jan 15, 2026, 1:17 PM20

(Update: Jan 15, 2026, 4:10 PM)

University of California, Los Angeles

public university in Los Angeles, California, USA

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American political activist and radio talk show host

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UCLA director fired over controversial posts about Charlie Kirk's death

Johnathan Perkins, formerly of UCLA, was terminated for social media commentary on Charlie Kirk's assassination.
He contended that his dismissal violated First Amendment rights and plans to sue the university.
This incident highlights ongoing tensions regarding free speech and institutional accountability amid polarizing political events.

University of California, Los Angeles

public university in Los Angeles, California, USA

Charlie Kirk

American political activist and radio talk show host

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