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Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk, 31, Dies After Being Shot at Utah Event, Trump Says

Charlie Kirk, 31, was fatally shot during a Utah Valley University event; the gunman remains at large amid a federal investigation into this act of political violence.

  • Acting Prime Minister Richard Marles condemned the murder of Charlie Kirk as a political act and stated that there is no place for political violence.
  • Donald Trump expressed his condolences on social media, calling Kirk 'the Great, and even Legendary, Charlie Kirk,' emphasizing his understanding of youth in America.
  • A gunman reportedly fired from about 200 yards away, and the investigation continues with a suspect having been arrested, although there is uncertainty regarding the shooter's identity.
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Kirk, a Political Activist Close to President Trump, Shot and Killed

[NHK] Charlie Kirk, a conservative political activist close to US President Trump and a major influence on young people, is holding an event at a university in the western United States.

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Death of a "Cultural Warrior": Who Was the Sulphurous Charlie Kirk?

At the age of 31, the sulfurous Christian influencer pro-Trump, killed this Wednesday, September 10, was part of a new generation of conservatives who were spreading their ideas among young people effectively. ...

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(S+) Attack on Donald Trump's Close Confidant in Utah: Who Was Charlie Kirk?

Activist Charlie Kirk was shot dead at an event in Utah. US President Trump loses one of his closest friends with him. Who was the man who had more influence in the White House than some ministers?

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Attempt: Searching for Killers of Trump Supporters Continues

Trump activist Charlie Kirk was shot dead in Utah. The perpetrator has not yet been arrested.

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Local leaders denounce killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) - Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday, sparking reactions from political leaders across Massachusetts. Charlie Kirk assassinated during event at Utah university; search for killer continues The assassination of Charlie Kirk, a prominent conservative activist, occurred during an event at Utah Valley University where he was discussing …

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Tributes pour in for Charlie Kirk, conservative activist and Trump ally

US President Trump and other political leaders have sent their condolences after slaying of 31-year-old activist.

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