Hello Capitalists,

Here is everything you should be following today:

• Mickelson takes a 9 iron to liberals over Kirk’s death

• Office Depot moves fast to fire activist manager

• Kirk suspect prosecutors see a path to the Utah death penalty

• Bessent channels Hamilton over his face off with rivals

• Silver screen legend Robert Redford has passed at 89

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Phil Mickelson unloads on liberals celebrating Kirk’s assassination

Golf legend Phil Mickelson ignited a firestorm on social media by blasting liberals' support for the assassin who gunned down conservative firebrand Charlie Kirk during a Utah Valley University speech, calling it a shocking display of extremism that erodes faith in humanity.

• Mickelson's Fiery Social Critique: The 55-year-old PGA defector reposted examples of inflammatory rhetoric, including a teacher's claim the "world is better off without" Kirk, while decrying moral superiority among those excusing the killing.

'The number of people supporting Tyler Robinson's appalling behavior has opened my eyes to a side of extremism with a moral superiority complex that has also shaken my belief in people in general,'

• Mixed Fan Backlash Emerges: Supporters like Elon Musk praised Mickelson's stance and vowed accountability for Kirk's critics, but detractors accused him of racial bias and ignoring global civilian deaths in war zones.

• Kirk's Assassination Shocks Nation: Conservative influencer Charlie Kirk was fatally shot while speaking at Utah Valley University; suspect Tyler Robinson, 22, arrested after a 33-hour manhunt and charged with aggravated murder amid family reports of his deep-seated hatred for Kirk.

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Office Depot takes care of business, fires activist manager for refusing to print Kirk poster claiming it is “Propaganda.”

An Office Depot employee in Michigan was fired Friday after a viral video captured her refusing to print vigil posters for slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk, calling them "propaganda" and sparking outrage among right-wing groups.

• Employee Deems Posters Propaganda: Manager explicitly labeled the Charlie Kirk vigil posters as political propaganda, refusing service despite customer explanation of the memorial purpose.

• Viral Video Ignites Backlash: Michigan Forward Network's X post of the confrontation amassed over 4 million views, prompting swift public demands for Office Depot accountability.

• Swift Corporate Termination Action: Company launched immediate internal review post-video, confirming the involved associate's dismissal and pledging further probes into store conduct.

• Kirk's Assassination Sparks Tributes: Conservative leader Charlie Kirk, 31, was fatally shot Wednesday at a Utah Valley University event, fueling nationwide memorials and Turning Point USA fundraising efforts.

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Prosecutors see path to charge Kirk assassin with Utah death penalty

Prosecutors are ramping up their case against Charlie Kirk Assassin Tyler James Robinson as calls for them to seek Utah’s death penalty increase.

• Charges Seek Execution: Prosecutors plan to file aggravated murder and related felonies by Friday, requiring proof of bystander risk to justify capital punishment, as backed by Governor Spencer Cox.

• Evidence Bolsters Case: The long-range shot amid a crowded event could prove the "grave risk" aggravating factor, per legal experts, potentially leading to federal charges too.

• National Outrage Builds: President Trump demands the death penalty if convicted, while locals recall Ro

  binson as a quiet figure, with his first court date pending formal filing.

• Suspect's Swift Capture: Robinson fled to his Washington, Utah home in a gray Dodge Challenger before authorities arrested him on September 12, holding him without bail at Utah County Jail.

Bessent invokes Hamilton over his dust up with officials in epic quip

In a CNBC interview Tuesday, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent quipped about his reported summer threat to punch Federal Housing Finance Agency chief Bill Pulte, joking that Treasury leaders "have a history of dueling" dating to Alexander Hamilton amid Trump's administration clashes.

• Historical Dueling Tradition: Bessent invoked Alexander Hamilton's era to normalize Treasury secretaries' long-standing rivalries, downplaying modern feuds as inherent to the role.

• Musk Clash Details: Bessent recalled a heated April argument with Elon Musk outside the Oval Office over IRS policies, framing it as typical policymaking friction.

• Team Unity Analogy: Likening Trump's advisors to a sports team, Bessent said internal "locker room" arguments resolve into unified efforts for the president and public.

• Trade Deal Optimism: As a hedge fund veteran leading negotiations, Bessent expressed confidence in securing a U.S.-China reciprocal tariff deal before November's deadline.

Hollywood legend Robert Redford dead at 89 after iconic career

Robert Redford, the charismatic actor and director who redefined American cinema with iconic roles in "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and founded the influential Sundance Film Festival, died Tuesday at his Utah home at age 89, his representative confirmed.

• Early Life Struggles: Born in 1937 Santa Monica, Redford studied art before acting breakthrough via TV shows like "The Twilight Zone" and Broadway's "Barefoot in the Park."

• Career Peak Dominance: Starred in 1970s blockbusters including "The Sting," "The Way We Were," and "All the President's Men," earning Oscar for directing "Ordinary People."

• Festival Legacy Impact: Founded Sundance in 1980s as indie filmmaker hub in Park City, now global event set to relocate by 2027 amid his activism for independent cinema.

• Personal Family Tragedies: Married twice, father of four; mourned loss of son Scott in infancy and activist son James in 2020, surrounded by loved ones at death.