Charlie Kirk, a prominent conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA, has tragically passed away after being shot at an event on the Utah Valley University campus. He was 31 years old.
According to reports, Kirk was speaking at the event when a question about mass shootings in the US was posed, and he was struck in the neck by a gunshot. Despite being rushed to a nearby hospital, Kirk succumbed to his injuries.
President Donald Trump, a close ally and friend of Kirk’s, confirmed his passing on social media, describing him as “The Great, and even Legendary, Charlie Kirk.” Trump praised Kirk’s understanding of the youth in America and his ability to connect with them.
Other notable figures, including Vice President JD Vance and Kamala Harris, have also paid their respects to Kirk. Vance wrote, “Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord,” while Harris condemned the act of violence, stating, “Political violence has no place in America.”
Kirk was known for his influential voice in conservative circles, particularly among young people. He co-founded Turning Point USA in 2012 and built it into a prominent organization advocating for conservative values on college campuses.
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, with the gunman still at large. Kirk’s death has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, with many leaders and lawmakers expressing their condolences to his family.