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Initial reports indicated that an elderly man was detained on campus but was later released. FBI Director Cash Patel stated that authorities had a person of interest but also released them, suggesting ongoing uncertainty about the motive and perpetrator. Kirk’s passing has prompted an outpouring of condemnation from across the political spectrum. Donald Trump lauded Kirk’s dedication to engaging youth and called him "loved and admired," while leaders like House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeff emphasized that political violence is unacceptable in American democracy.