Gunfire erupted during an event organized by conservative figure Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University on Wednesday, as confirmed by law enforcement. The university campus implemented shelter-in-place procedures following the incident, with no official updates on Kirk’s condition provided by the police.
Turning Point USA affirmed that Kirk was targeted by gunshots while participating in an event for the conservative youth group. Aubrey Laitsch, the public relations manager for Turning Point USA, stated, “We can confirm he was shot, and our thoughts are with Charlie.”
Videos circulating on social media captured Kirk speaking to the audience under a white marquee with messages like “The American Comeback” and “Prove Me Wrong” just before the shooting occurred. Vice President JD Vance and FBI Director Kash Patel expressed their concerns and support for Kirk and the ongoing investigation.
Charlie Kirk, a political activist and author, is renowned as the co-founder of Turning Point USA, a conservative organization dedicated to engaging young Americans. Born in 1993 in Arlington Heights, Illinois, Kirk has focused on promoting conservative values and supporting President Donald Trump’s initiatives through media and activism. He has authored multiple books advocating for right-wing principles and is married to Erika Frantzve.
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