Individuals who have posted social media content about Charlie Kirk risk losing their jobs.

According to multiple media reports, pilots, teachers and professors are among those who have been fired or suspended after discussing Kirk's murder online.

Why It Matters

While there has been an outpouring of grief from his supporters after Kirk, 31, was fatally shot at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, on Wednesday during a question-and-answer session on campus, there have also been social media posts celebrating his demise, triggering a backlash and disciplinary action from employers.

The reports of people being fired over their social media content have also raised questions about the line between free speech and permitting hateful content online.

What To Know

A Reuters report on Sat

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