California Democratic Senator Adam Schiff is facing backlash for remarks he made shortly after the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, with critics accusing him of using the tragedy as an opening to push partisan talking points.

Kirk, a prominent conservative commentator and founder of Turning Point USA, was shot and killed during an event at Utah Valley University earlier this week, shocking political circles across the country. While tributes poured in from allies and opponents alike, Schiff pivoted quickly in public remarks to discuss partisan gridlock, government funding, and what he called a looming “dangerous road to dictatorship.”

Speaking on Thursday, Schiff tied the ongoing budget battles in Congress to wider concerns about healthcare and political freedoms, arguing that Republican-backed proposals could lead to devastating consequences for Americans. Continues…