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A woman at a Chicago-area “No Kings” protest has sparked widespread condemnation after appearing to act out the assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk. What do we know about the incident? Lucy Martinez, an elementary school teacher at Nathan Hale Elementary, was captured on video miming the killing of Kirk during the demonstration. The footage shows Martinez making a gun gesture to her neck as a vehicle passed by displaying a flag labelling Kirk as a hero. The dramatic act mocked Kirk’s death in September at Utah State University, sending shockwaves across social media. The video quickly went viral, prompting an immediate backlash from both parents and the general public. Many labelled the gesture “deranged” and raised concerns about the implications for professional conduct among educators. In response, Chicago Public Schools issued a statement reaffirming its commitment to maintaining a safe and inclusive learning environment. However, the district did not clarify Martinez’s current employment status. Following the controversy, Nathan Hale Elementary took down its website and suspended social media accounts, heightening speculation about possible disciplinary measures. The district has emphasised that it will adhere to standard procedures for investigating allegations of misconduct. Whether Martinez faces formal action remains unclear, but the incident has sparked a wider conversation on what constitutes appropriate behaviour for teachers, both in and outside of the classroom. 'DERANGED': A woman at a Chicago-area “No Kings” protest is taking heat for appearing to act out the assassination of Charlie Kirk. pic.twitter.com/h5mOefQ7ig— Fox News (@FoxNews) October 20, 2025 " rel="nofollow">http://'DERANGED': A woman at a Chicago-area “No Kings” protest is taking heat for appearing to act out the assassination of Charlie Kirk. pic.twitter.com/h5mOefQ7ig— Fox News (@FoxNews) October 20, 2025 “No Kings” protests The demonstration was part of a larger wave of “No Kings” protests taking place across the United States and internationally. Organisers of the movement oppose what they describe as authoritarian tendencies under former President Donald Trump’s administration. Central to their message is the rejection of concentrated, unchecked power, drawing on the American ideal that “there are no kings” in the country. The protests largely focus on promoting democracy and constitutional governance.
