BREAKING NEWS: Ohio Judge Caught Celebrating Charlie Kirk’s Murder
Hamilton County Judge Ted Berry is under fire after vile public posts applauding the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The fallout has already begun: the Joe Burrow Foundation cut ties immediately, removing him from its advisory board.
Berry’s own words leave no room for dispute:
• “Rest in Hatred & Division!” (posted hours after Kirk’s death)
• “How’s he feel about gun violence & gun control in Hell, now?”
• “So, a white guy killed him! Color it KARMA!”
These weren’t overheard remarks. They were public posts by a sitting judge—a man sworn to impartiality and fairness. Now, the Ohio Office of Disciplinary Counsel is investigating whether he violated the Code of Judicial Conduct, and formal grievances have already been filed.
I’ve always used my platforms—on the radio and in my social media posts—to call attention to what judges do, because their words and actions have lasting consequences on people’s lives. This is a prime example of why we cannot look away.
The damage goes far beyond one foundation board seat. How can any citizen expect a fair hearing in Berry’s courtroom when he openly celebrates the murder of a political opponent? Justice must be blind—but Berry mocked that principle in broad daylight.
And this is not his first scandal. In 2021, a female court employee accused Berry of harassment, saying he bombarded her with unwanted Facebook messages, pressured her for drinks, sent explicit content, and invited her to his chambers with promises of an “offer you can’t refuse.” State disciplinary authorities confirmed he violated the judicial code then, too.
Ted Berry has chosen hatred over his oath. He has disgraced his bench, violated public trust, and mocked the very idea of blind justice.
Being dropped from a charity board is only the beginning. For the integrity of the judiciary—and for every American who expects equal justice—Berry must resign or be removed.
Anything less leaves a permanent stain on the courts.
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