Podcast hosts Jennifer Welch and Angie Sullivan are facing intense backlash after joking about the assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk on their show, I’ve Had It. The pair’s remarks, which included laughing at the idea of digging up Kirk’s body and killing him again, drew widespread condemnation—prompting several major sponsors to pull their ads.
Outrage Over ‘Demonic Cackling’
During the November 5 episode, Welch and Sullivan, known for their left-leaning political commentary, reportedly erupted into laughter while discussing Kirk’s 2025 assassination by a left-wing extremist. Critics, including former Democrat Sasha Stone, accused them of reveling in political violence and mocking the dead. Stone described the podcast as a “putrid outhouse” and highlighted the sponsors who swiftly distanced themselves from the show.
Sponsors Flee Controversial Podcast
At least 11 brands, including CashApp, Chewy, and Zip Recruiter, withdrew advertising support following the episode. The backlash forced Welch and Sullivan to issue a half-hearted apology on Instagram, where they claimed their comments were “insensitive” but pivoted to advocating for gun control—a move Stone dismissed as insincere deflection.
Critics Slam Non-Apology
Stone and others argued that the hosts’ so-called apology failed to address their gleeful celebration of violence. Instead, they framed Kirk’s assassination as a consequence of his political stance, drawing parallels to broader left-wing rhetoric that demonizes conservatives. The incident has reignited debates over political polarization and the normalization of violent rhetoric in media.
A Pattern of Left-Wing Incitement?
Commentators like Mike McDaniel, writing for American Thinker, argue that the episode reflects a deeper moral decay within progressive circles, where cruelty toward ideological opponents is often rewarded. The controversy underscores the escalating hostility in U.S. political discourse—and whether accountability will extend beyond lost ad revenue.
Source: www.americanthinker.com — https://www.americanthinker.com/blog/2026/11/let-s-kill-charlie-kirk-twice/