Charlie Kirk, an influential conservative activist and a leading voice in President Donald Trump's MAGA movement, died Thursday after he was shot at a political event in Utah.
Kirk, 31, started Turning Point USA more than a decade ago and had turned it into one of the most influential groups helping to rally young voters to conservative causes. He is survived by his wife and two young children.
A video shared on social media captured the moment Charlie Kirk was shot at an event he was hosting at Utah Valley University. According to officials, a suspect is in custody.
Charlie Kirk's Last Moments Before He Was Shot and Killed pic.twitter.com/Ulju5UxZUJ
September 11, 2025President Donald Trump and FBI Director Kash Patel were among the many political personalities mourning the killing of Kirk.
Trump called Kirk “great, and even legendary” and ordered American flags to be lowered to half-staff until Sunday evening. “No one understood or had the Heart of the Youth in the United States of America better than Charlie,” Trump said on his Truth Social social media platform.
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September 10, 2025Rest in peace my friend, conservative titan Charlie Kirk. I am praying for Charlie and his family.
His passion for America and fearless leadership inspired millions and his impact will live on in this movement for generations. pic.twitter.com/gXbP8Dzpo0September 10, 2025AdvertisementCharlie Kirk was an incredible patriot — brave, tough as hell, and a dear friend to our entire family. In his honor, all @Trump properties will fly their flags at half-staff. We will always celebrate his life, strive to make him proud, and pray that God watches over Erika and… pic.twitter.com/XnjOXwfbF0
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