assassination
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But Detroit was in flames following the assassination of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., and they stayed.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
She is also facing additional legal pressure from Kirk’s former head of security after suggesting he was involved in Kirk’s assassination.
From Salon • May 23, 2026
Haddad was known as the Ghost of al-Qassam for his low profile, and he survived several Israeli assassination attempts.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026
It is tough for Harfuch to connect with ordinary Mexicans, given security concerns in the wake of the assassination attempt.
From Barron's • May 10, 2026
Tuesday, April 18, acting on what was now a stale tip, a cavalry officer decided to follow up on the information about the mysterious strangers who stopped by Mudd’s farm on assassination night.
From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson
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