DES MOINES, Iowa -- Some Iowa educators who teach at the state's public universities could face disciplinary action for making controversial comments on social media following the death of conservative political commentator Charlie Kirk.

The Iowa Board of Regents addressed the issue in a statement released Friday, emphasizing that Kirk’s death “should not be celebrated.”

The statement reads:

"The Board of Regents is aware of social media posts made by employees and students following the violent and tragic death of Charlie Kirk. This should not be celebrated. These posts and others like them are offensive, insensitive, and in no way reflect the views of the Board of Regents or its universities. The comments are inconsistent with the board's values to create a civil and respectful enviro

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