Charlie Kirk, 31, husband, father of 2, founder of Turning Point USA, shot dead on the stage while speaking in Utah
Yes, I've heard about the tragic incident involving Charlie Kirk. Today, September 10, 2025, during a speaking event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, as part of his "American Comeback Tour," Kirk was shot in the neck by an unknown assailant from an elevated position approximately 100-200 yards away.
He was rushed to a hospital in critical condition, but unfortunately, he has since passed away, as confirmed by President Donald Trump on Truth Social, Turning Point USA's official statement, and multiple news outlets.
Kirk, the 31-year-old founder and CEO of Turning Point USA, leaves behind his wife, Erika Frantzve, and their two young children, who were reportedly present at the event. The shooting has drawn widespread condemnation across the political spectrum as an act of political violence.
Trump described Kirk as a "Great, and even Legendary" patriot who understood the "Heart of the Youth in the United States" better than anyone, and ordered U.S. flags to be lowered to half-staff until September 14. Vice President JD Vance called him a "genuinely good guy and a young father" and urged prayers.
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox emphasized that "violence has no place in our public life," while California Gov. Gavin Newsom labeled the attack "disgusting, vile, and reprehensible." Former President Barack Obama also condemned it, stating such violence "has no place in our democracy."
Then there's this reaction, as the libtard left Dems try desperately to hide their sadistic glee
Says @AdamJSchwarz blowing the smoke from his barrel https://t.co/T19JPENudv pic.twitter.com/Qmz2tVuPzV
— Citizen X (@MackMcColl222) September 11, 2025