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“I am trying to comprehend why the government was quick to reveal my name after I defended myself, but they still haven’t released the names of the Kansas City shooters.”
Kyle Rittenhouse on X. in an X post. Claim dated 20 Feb 2024.
PolitiFact rated thisState laws vary

What PolitiFact found

Authorities haven’t identified the juvenile suspects in the Chiefs parade shooting in accordance with Missouri law. Kyle Rittenhouse was prosecuted as an adult under Wisconsin law, so his name was publicly released.

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In short

Kyle Rittenhouse (on X) made this claim around 20 February 2024. PolitiFact (United States) looked into it and published its finding on 23 February 2024, 3 days later. Its rating was “State laws vary”.

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