Political activist Charlie Kirk killed during Utah event Wednesday
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed while speaking at Utah Valley University, prompting a search for the suspect by the FBI.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed while speaking at Utah Valley University, prompting a search for the suspect by the FBI.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed while speaking at Utah Valley University, prompting a search for the suspect by the FBI.
Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist, was shot and killed while speaking at on Wednesday afternoon, and, as of early Thursday morning, the FBI is actively searching for the suspect.
Kirk was kicking off his through his conservative youth organization, , which attracts thousands of attendees.
During the event, Kirk was taking a question from an audience member when he was shot. Authorities rushed him to the hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
at the White House to be lowered to half-staff.
as a "dark moment for America" and said, "Charlie inspired millions and tonight all who knew him and loved him are united in shock and horror. Charlie was a patriot who devoted his life to the cause of open debate and the country that he loved so much: the United States of America."
Politicians on both sides of the aisle are expressing their grief and sorrow.
to social media, saying, "Every political leader must loudly and clearly decry this violence."
said in a statement, "Political violence of any kind and against any individual is unacceptable and completely incompatible with American values."
and condemned the killing of Kirk.
Schumer said, "Political violence has no place in America. This shooting is horrifying, and I’m praying for Charlie Kirk and his family."
, , and , and and also voiced their sadness.
Kirk was 31 years old and leaves behind his wife and two young children.
The FBI is asking anyone with tips related to the shooting to
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