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Kyle Rittenhouse's Controversial Appearance at University of Memphis: A Detailed Recap

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Kyle Rittenhouse faced a storm of protests and backlash during his speech at the University of Memphis. Find out what happened and why it sparked weeks of controversy!

Kyle Rittenhouse made headlines once again as he took the stage at the University of Memphis, facing a large group of outraged students who disrupted his appearance. The event, scheduled for Wednesday, March 21, 2024, turned chaotic as Rittenhouse was confronted by protesters, ultimately leading to him leaving the stage abruptly amid booing and heckling. Despite the hostile environment, Rittenhouse described the event as 'a great event,' showcasing his resilience in the face of adversity.

The controversial figure, known for his acquittal in a high-profile murder case, found himself at the center of a heated confrontation with students at the University of Memphis, as Black Lives Matter protesters criticized his presence on stage. The incident, captured on video, further fueled the ongoing debate surrounding Rittenhouse's actions and the implications of his public appearances.

In a dramatic turn of events, an angry mob chased down attendees of the speech, highlighting the intense emotions stirred by Rittenhouse's controversial background. The University of Memphis was accused of mishandling the event, with last-minute ticketing changes leading to chaos and disruption among the audience. Despite the challenges faced during the speech, Rittenhouse's resilience and determination to share his message prevailed in the face of adversity.

In the aftermath of the University of Memphis event, Rittenhouse's presence continues to spark debates and discussions across the country, emphasizing the polarizing nature of his actions and the public's reactions. The incident serves as a reminder of the complex and controversial issues surrounding Rittenhouse's past and the ongoing impact of his high-profile case on society.

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Kyle Rittenhouse's UofM appearance derailed by large group of ... (FOX13 Memphis)

Kyle Rittenhouse made his appearance at the University of Memphis (UofM) on Wednesday, March 21, 2024, and the event was derailed by outraged students.

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Kyle Rittenhouse Storms Off Stage After Being Confronted by Students (Newsweek)

Rittenhouse's appearance at a university generated hostility from a number of students but he remained positive, saying it had been "a great event."

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Kyle Rittenhouse leaves stage abruptly after being booed at ... (Hindustan Times)

Kyle Rittenhouse, who was found not guilty of shooting that killed two men in Wisconsin, faced huge backlash from students of the University of Memphis.

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Kyle Rittenhouse is chased off stage and heckled by BLM protesters ... (Daily Mail)

Kyle Rittenhouse, who was acquitted of murder for shooting dead two people at a BLM rally in 2020, was addressing students at the University of Memphis.

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Angry Mob Chases Down Kyle Rittenhouse Supporters: VIDEO (OutKick)

An angry mob at the University of Memphis chased down people who attended a Kyle Rittenhouse speech. Watch the disturbing video.

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Kyle Rittenhouse trending again: who were teenager's Kenosha ... (AS English)

Kyle Rittenhouse, an American teenager who shot and killed two men during anti-racism protests in Kenosha, Wisconsin in 2020, was invited to speak at ...

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UMemphis students disrupt Rittenhouse event, school accused of ... (The College Fix)

Protesters tipped off to last-minute ticketing change, gobble up seats only to leave. Kyle Rittenhouse's speech at the University of Memphis began with ...

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Kyle Rittenhouse speaks at University of Memphis amid protest (WKRN News 2)

Kyle Rittenhouse spoke at the UC Theater on Wednesday evening, but his appearance has sparked weeks of controversy throughout the community. Rittenhouse walked on stage with his dog to mostly jeers from the crowd of about 50-75. “On August 25th of 2020 ...

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Kyle Rittenhouse Flees University of Memphis Stage After Facing Off ... (Daily Beast)

He refused to answer a question about hate speech and was booed by the crowd.

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Kyle Rittenhouse speaks at University of Memphis amid protest (WKRN News 2)

Kyle Rittenhouse spoke at the UC Theater on Wednesday evening, but his appearance has sparked weeks of controversy throughout the community.

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Kyle Rittenhouse chased off stage, heckled by BLM protesters while ... (New York Post)

Kyle Rittenhouse abruptly fled the stage during an appearance at the University of Memphis Wednesday night after being heckled by a rowdy crowd of Black ...

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Protesters shout down Kyle Rittenhouse at University of Memphis ... (CBS Chicago)

Since his acquittal for shooting three people in Kenosha, Rittenhouse has become a conservative activist.

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Watch Kyle Rittenhouse storm out of University of Memphis event ... (The Commercial Appeal)

Kyle Rittenhouse came to speak at the University of Memphis on Wednesday, but as questions came from students he stormed out. Watch it here.

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Kyle Rittenhouse Flees Stage After Face Off With Booing Protesters (Yahoo News)

Mark Hertzberg/Getty ImagesKyle Rittenhouse, who became a darling of the right after shooting three protesters in 2020, hightailed it off a stage at the ...

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Protesters disrupt Kyle Rittenhouse TPUSA event at the University of ... (Fox News)

TPUSA said they 'gathered credible information' school admin leaked ticketing information to protest groups. Jamie Joseph By Jamie Joseph Fox News.

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Kyle Rittenhouse Flees Stage After Face-Off With Booing Protesters (Yahoo News)

Mark Hertzberg/Getty ImagesKyle Rittenhouse, who became a darling of the right after shooting three protesters in 2020, hightailed it off a stage at the ...

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Kyle Rittenhouse speech at University of Memphis sparks outrage (The Guardian)

The 21-year-old gun rights activist, who was acquitted after fatally shooting two in Kenosha unrest, was met with student protests.

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Kyle Rittenhouse booed during University of Memphis speech (WIAT - CBS42.com)

Rittenhouse was abruptly rushed off the stage after only about 30 minutes as protestors inside booed him, yelled and disrupted him.

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Kyle Rittenhouse booed during University of Memphis speech (WFXRtv.com)

“This man is real violent and you have many people who told me they don't even feel comfortable being on campus today,” student Moses Davis said. There were ...

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Kyle Rittenhouse speaks at University of Memphis amid protest (WJHL-TV News Channel 11)

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WREG) — A controversial guest speaker made his way to the University of Memphis Wednesday night. Kyle Rittenhouse spoke at the UC Theater on ...

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Kyle Rittenhouse posts about Memphis trip after college appearance (FOX13 Memphis)

"Memphis is an interesting city." It was one of the handful of reactions Kyle Rittenhouse posted on X, formerly Twitter, the day after his appearance at the ...

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Kyle Rittenhouse Insists He Didn't Flee Event After Heckling (Newsweek)

"What I find hilarious is that everyone is saying I was 'chased' out of Memphis," Kyle Rittenhouse posted to X.

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Kyle Rittenhouse booed during University of Memphis speech (Fox 59)

Rittenhouse was abruptly rushed off the stage after only about 30 minutes as protestors inside booed him, yelled and disrupted him.

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Kyle Rittenhouse is speaking at Western Kentucky University. What ... (Courier Journal)

Kyle Rittenhouse, who gained notoriety after fatally shooting two protesters and injuring another during a Black Lives Matter rally in Wisconsin in 2020, ...

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Charlie Kirk Threatens Lawsuit Over Kyle Rittenhouse Student ... (Newsweek)

After Rittenhouse faced hostility at the University of Memphis, Kirk said the university is "terrified" of some of its students.

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Kyle Rittenhouse booed during University of Memphis speech (WPRI.com)

Rittenhouse was abruptly rushed off the stage after only about 30 minutes as protestors inside booed him, yelled and disrupted him.

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Kyle Rittenhouse blames University of Memphis for protesters ... (Washington Examiner)

Kyle Rittenhouse shared what went wrong during a Wednesday event at the University of Memphis when protesters disrupted his speech.

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