In a development that has rocked American politics, President Donald Trump announced that authorities believe they have apprehended the suspect in the assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk.

Speaking exclusively to Fox News, Trump stated, “I think we have him. I think with a high degree of certainty we have him in custody. He’s in custody,” emphasizing the point repeatedly.

The remarks come after weeks of national mourning and speculation over Kirk’s death. At 31, Kirk had gained prominence as the founder of Turning Point USA and as a media personality closely aligned with Trump’s political movement.

Betrayal From the Inside
Trump hinted that the suspect was turned in by someone close. “Someone that was very close to him turned him in,” he said. “A minister, father, helped in his capture.” If accurate, this betrayal by the assassin’s inner circle played a decisive role in the case.

For Trump, the development was personal. “I hope he’s gonna be found guilty, I would imagine,” Trump said. “And I hope he gets the death penalty for what he did.”