MAY 2, 2025
The letter from Charlie Kirk to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu—offering advice on countering anti-Israel sentiment on social media—was obtained and first published by the New York Post.
Has the letter been substantiated?
Per Grok September 30, 2025
Yes, the May 2, 2025, letter from Charlie Kirk to Benjamin Netanyahu has been widely accepted as authentic by major news outlets, based on Netanyahu’s prior public reference to it and the New York Post’s direct publication of the full seven-page document. No credible evidence of fabrication has emerged.
- Netanyahu’s Reference: On September 18, 2025 (eight days after Kirk’s murder), Netanyahu publicly mentioned receiving the letter during a video statement on X, quoting excerpts to affirm Kirk’s pro-Israel stance and refute conspiracy theories linking Israel to the assassination. He described it as coming from “a few months ago” and emphasized Kirk’s “deep love” for Israel, aligning closely with the letter’s content.
- New York Post Publication: The Post obtained and published the full letter on September 30, 2025, including scans of the document. This has been corroborated by reprints in outlets like Matzav.com, Ynet News, RedState, and The Jerusalem Post, with no retractions or challenges from Turning Point USA (Kirk’s organization).
- Media Consensus: Reports from CBS, Yahoo News, The Economic Times, Times of India, and others treat it as verified, focusing on its policy advice (e.g., social media strategies for countering anti-Israel sentiment) rather than disputing its origin. One X post from @MatNuclear explicitly called it “authenticated and verified” after publication.
- Skepticism and Counterpoints: Dissent mainly appears in fringe X threads and a Reddit post, where users like @cr202501 and @KommunistKoala label it “fake” without evidence, often linking it to anti-Israel narratives or Candace Owens’ earlier doubts (she called Netanyahu’s mention a “lie by omission” pre-publication). These lack supporting facts and contrast with the letter’s consistent pro-Israel tone, which matches Kirk’s public advocacy.
In summary, the letter’s authenticity is substantiated by Netanyahu’s firsthand account, the Post’s sourcing, and uniform media reporting—making it credible unless new contradictory evidence arises.
Last Updated on October 1, 2025 by Real KBrett