A nurse suspended after reporting a doctor for ‘celebrating’ Charlie Kirk’s assassination has been reinstated, while the physician accused of making the remarks has resigned.
A major update has emerged from Englewood Health after a nurse claimed she was suspended for reporting a doctor who allegedly celebrated the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
Kirk, 31, was shot dead on September 10 while speaking at Utah Valley University. His killing sparked global headlines, and reactions ranged from grief and outrage to controversy over inappropriate comments made in public and online.
Comments Spark Outrage
Among the most shocking allegations came from nurse Lexi Kuenzle, who works at Englewood Health. Kuenzle said that after news broke of Kirk’s death, Dr. Matthew Jung allegedly remarked that Kirk “had it coming” and “deserved it.”
According to Kuenzle, the doctor even offered to buy lunch as an apology for offending colleagues with his alleged remarks. Disturbed by the comments, she filed a formal report against him.
Both Kuenzle and Jung were suspended during the hospital’s internal review.
Nurse Speaks Out
Kuenzle told Fox News Digital that she felt a duty to report the incident:
“Speaking up wasn’t optional for me; it was my duty as a nurse to protect patients from that kind of cruelty and to uphold the integrity of our profession.”
Hospital Confirms Outcome
Englewood Health has now confirmed that Kuenzle has been reinstated to her role, while Dr. Jung has resigned from the hospital.
In an official statement, a spokesperson said:
“Consistent with protocol and best practices, Englewood Health diligently investigated the Sept. 10 incident that occurred between a doctor and a nurse in a patient care area. We have accepted the physician’s resignation, and the nurse is expected to work her scheduled shifts.”
The hospital added that Kuenzle was never fired and will not lose any pay during the review.
Wider Fallout From Kirk’s Assassination
The fallout from Kirk’s killing has been far-reaching. MSNBC analyst Matthew Dowd was fired for his live on-air remarks, while UK punk band Bob Vylan faced backlash after its frontman insulted Kirk during a concert.
The assassination has also raised questions about free speech, political division, and professional accountability in the wake of violent tragedies.
