In the wake of the assassination of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, a doctor in Albuquerque has drawn national attention and condemnation for social media posts in which he appeared to celebrate the violence.
Dr. John R. Vigil, identified in his public profile as board-certified in Addiction Medicine (not Virgil), a Fellow of the American Society of Addiction Medicine, a Master Addiction Counselor, and associated with the University of New Mexico School of Medicine and JRV Medical Group, posted two messages on Facebook following Kirk’s death.
In one, he reportedly wrote: “If you’re looking for sympathy from me over the death of a MAGAt, it’s between sh*t and syphilis in the dictionary!” In a second post, he said, “I’ll probably lose friends over this, but besides Trump, I can’t think of a more deserving person to get just Karma!”
Those posts, first shared widely by online commentator Cam Higby of Today is America via X (formerly Twitter), included accusations that Vigil said Kirk deserved to die and called the killing just. According to those who shared the posts, Vigil is a managing partner at JRV Medical Group in Albuquerque.
Reaction and Broader Context
The posts prompted swift backlash. Some commentators say they amount to glorification of political violence. On social media, prominent figures noticed; among them, Elon Musk replied to one of the posts with “!!” — a brief response that drew attention but has not been further elaborated.
The controversy arises amid heightened national scrutiny over the assassination of Charlie Kirk, which is being widely treated as a political killing. Kirk was shot while speaking at Utah Valley University, and the event has triggered intense conversation about political violence, free speech, and extremism in the United States.
Credentials and Roles of Dr. Vigil
Dr. Vigil’s social media profile and public listings describe him as:
- Board-certified in Addiction Medicine,
- Fellow of the American Society of Addiction Medicine,
- Master Addiction Counselor,
- Author,
- Affiliated with JRV Medical Group, and
- Affiliated with the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in Albuquerque.
These credentials add weight to the public reaction, as they suggest Vigil operates in roles that involve public trust and professional responsibility.
What Is Confirmed, What Is Not
- Confirmed: The posts attributed to Vigil, as shown via screenshots and social media shares, contain the quoted language. Multiple sources have made the association between those posts and Vigil’s professional identity.
- Not Confirmed / Unclear: There is no public statement yet from Vigil confirming authorship or context beyond what has been shared. It is likewise unclear whether there has been any formal action by his employer, by the University of New Mexico, or by medical licensing boards. There is no record yet (at least in widely circulated national reporting) of institutional investigations.
Potential Consequences and Ethical Dimensions
Such comments from a medical professional raise ethical and political questions. Physicians are generally expected, under professional codes and licensing regulations, to adhere to standards of conduct both inside and outside the clinic, especially when public statements might affect patient trust or public reputation. In some states, professional conduct rules permit investigation into off-duty speech if it reflects adversely on the ability to practice or violates laws (including hate speech, incitement, or threats).
If Vigil’s employer or the UNM School of Medicine becomes involved, possible responses could range from public censure, suspension, or review by a medical board—though action depends on state licensing laws and internal institutional policies.
Looking Ahead
At this time, no formal institutional discipline has been confirmed. It remains to be seen whether Dr. Vigil will issue a public apology, clarification, or retraction. Public reaction continues to simmer, with some calling for consequences and others defending free speech—even harsh speech—in politically charged times.
The democratic party is a terrorist organization and should be treated as such. Censoring or hiding that fact does nothing to change that.
I could make the same observation of those with a stereotypical “testes tamper” growth on their lower labia, but I shan’t.
This is where we are in this country. The heart of evil and darkness.
FBI needs to get aggressive in questioning the folks that are happy this occurred… there is a lot of corruption and people that might be paying for these crimes to occur.
The one thing haters don’t get is that hate EATS you first from the inside and finally works its way out. When it progresses to the outside is when pure evil firmly has a hold of a soul. I don’t think haters realize the first thing to go is the ability to love. If I can remember anything about what Jesus told us, it was to LOVE on another. I always thought that meant regardless of any kind of differences. Like prayer, love is powerful too. Sadly hate can overtake a soul – we can keep praying for haters to remember what love is like before it is too late. Once a soul enters darkness, light disappears – some never find their way back.
If these comments had been made by a right winger over death of a leftist activist he would be in jail but of course………
Would you trust someone with this clear of a case of TDS? Could he treat you appropriately if he knew you were a MAGA, or possibly some other perceived shortcoming? Quite frankly, I wouldn’t buy a used car from him.
This guy needs to be fired and people need to quit going to UNM. It’s bad enough NM has a
shit-reputation for being last in anything good. Wonder how he “bends everybody’s minds” through his addiction counseling??? He’s obviously not effective or drug and alcohol addictions wouldn’t be so bad in NM. But he keeps everyone going back to exploit them??? For money? Or is he a “creeper”?
Agree! 100%!!!
Why is it that too many people think their opinions are relevant and of importance? This PO***. has so much hate in his heart and soul. any future patients or associates should think twice before getting involved with him. He is EVIL Minded so beware for someone who is pleased concerning the assignation of another person can’t be trusted.
Leave it up to New Mexico libtards to try to push to the front of the line to embarrass our state. People won’t remember this jerk’s name but that he was from New Mexico and further, Albuquerque. It’s free speech, but It sure brings out the real fascist anarchist identity of the DemonRats in this state.
The last name of the MD is not Virgil it’s Vigil from JRV Medical Group. I want to make sure everyone knows his correct name and to ensure he doesn’t get any business from anyone for saying this about another human being. He has taken an oath when he became a doctor. Please look up the oath and one we realize he is not someone you would want to have as your medical doctor. The oath means nothing to him.
Cr. John Vogil is one sick f**k.
Dr. Vigil is one sick f**k.
I will say – saw this yesterday and then wondered what kind of reviews he has as a doctor. As speculated, not very good – I surmise his ability to serve patients is somewhat erratic, and this display of immaturity on his FB page is a RED FLAG for healthcare.
Need to get him fired and banned, just like they do to us.
Call his firm and harass them until this happens
Fight fire with fire!!!
No more laying down and taking it!!
If UNM is involved they will more than likely give him a raise. New Mexicans should not be sending their children to any school in NM as your child will come back a supporter of ANTIFA and be for killing babies, will have a complex if they are white as you know all white folks are bad and racist. They will also believe people of color cannot be racist. Just ask your kids their believes when they come home for breaks, make them answer, if they turn away it is already too late.
What a disgusting individual. I’m going to unm for treatment now, we’ll see if they deny me life saving treatment because I refuse the vaccine, going to make for one hell of a headline if nothing else.
People like dr toilet Virgil (John vigil) should not be working in the healthcare industry. I might not live much longer without the transplant and if so I’ll be taking people down before I go (getting them fired, exposing all I can) nothing violent, I’m not a lefty, but they won’t be working in the medical industry anymore.
IF I had an addiction issue, I know I would stay miles clear of this horrid so-called “doctor”. I hope this disgusting man gets fired from each of the positions that involve hurting people. How can a medical person have that much hate and take care of people? Anyone who is a patient of this man, find another provider.
Everyone flood his medical office with complaints. What a POS this guy is. I don’t agree with Vigil but I don’t want him dead. I guess that’s the difference between the conservatives and the DemonRat’s. God help our country with idiot’s like this in it.
Oh my… What if one of his clients is a conservative or leans right? Will that person get… overdosed or mis-prescribed medications?
If he cannot stay in the neutral lane…as a MD… if words from conservative points of view are causing him mental health issues… How in the F**K can he be trusted to prescribe proper medications to all of his addicted clients?
Maybe…perhaps… he has no patients that are conservative… they are all far left liberal addicted people strung out on medications he… continues to prescribe.
Maybe…those seeking medical help for any addiction… are in deep sh*t.
Maybe his cliental list can be accessed by law enforcement, compare those clients to outstanding warrants and convicted felons to get a foothold on the next programmed and propagandized far left liberal drug addicted mass shooter?
“Trust him. He’s a docktor!”
…Obviously, not every “doctor” graduates at the “top of his class” and even when they do they spend their life in the medical “practice,” which should tell us something from the git-go!
This rabid fool wouldn’t know the “Hippocratic Oath” (cause no harm) if it bit his butt cheeks!
We don’t kill people for speech .
It’s really hard to love your enemies as Jesus said to do. Dr. Vigil I am going to make an exception for…I wish every word that you quoted comes back to you X 10,000,000
You must practice what you preach. Karma is looking for you, and Satan is not far behind.
I just went to the website & the “contact” page no longer exists (gee, wonder why!) although calling might be possible.
This so called doctor is one of the most worthless SOB that ever walked
You would have better advice from Dr. Pepper than that hack.
I phoned and have just written a letter to the: New Mexico Medical Board. I am not able to leave the information on the site, but one can easily find it on Google, et al. Also, I phoned the “Dr” office and left a kindly message:). Please do the same and let us keep the pressure on this very Evil Guy.
Out of the heart, the mouth speaks.
This guy also runs the “Everything New Mexico photos, memories, canciones, recipes, art y mas” public group here on Facebook. Enormous ego. He’s always been a progressive Democrat wing nut but this is extreme, even for him. Do I believe it? Absolutely in line with anti-Trump rhetoric he posted for years.