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Rooftop Sniper and a ‘Political assassination.’ New Information About Charlie Kirk’s Death
Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, was fatally shot at Utah Valley University; Florida leaders expressed condolences and called for an end to political violence.
- Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, was shot and killed on September 11, 2025, while speaking at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, during the opening event of his American Comeback Tour.
- The motive behind the shooting remains unknown, though political science professor Randall Adkins noted possible multiple motives including political or social reasons tied to Kirk's strong public stances.
- Following Kirk's death, numerous political figures and groups across the US, including Senators Marco Rubio and Rick Scott, and the Florida Democratic Party, condemned the violence and expressed condolences to his family and supporters.
- President Donald Trump ordered US flags to be flown at half-staff until sunset on September 14, praising Kirk as a beloved conservative leader who inspired millions of young Americans.
- Kirk's death triggered reflections on the rising political violence in the country, with calls from leaders for calm and respect despite political differences and recognition of Kirk's impact on conservative youth movements.
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New York Post
UpstractCharlie Kirk remembered as fearless, compassionate advocate who ‘would have been president one day’
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Jodey Arrington releases statement after the murder of Charlie Kirk
Note: The above video shows the top headlines from the morning of September 10, 2025. LUBBOCK, Texas -- House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) has issued a statement following the murder of Charlie Kirk earlier today. Lubbock GOP Chairman David Bruegel speaks on the murder of Charlie Kirk "What happened to Charlie Kirk is horribly sad and deeply disturbing. He wasn't just a fearless advocate for faith, family, and freedom, but, most…
InsideNoVA.com
Free speech, freedom from violence a concern after Kirk killing
(The Center Square) – Political activist Charlie Kirk’s assassination at an Utah college on Wednesday has drawn a renewed call for security measures to protect individuals across college campuses and in public forums. The fatal shooting also raises concerns about…
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