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Charlie Kirk’s social media accounts have gained millions of followers since his murder

A Scarborough elementary teacher showed a violent video of Charlie Kirk's assassination to 10 and 11-year-old students, prompting parental outrage and a school board investigation.

  • On Wednesday, a well-known right-leaning political figure was fatally attacked, drawing significant attention and reaction across various social media platforms and local communities.
  • The assassination led to a surge in followers on Kirk's accounts and a spike in views of his past videos, while controversial posts by educators provoked backlash and investigations.
  • Kirk's main Instagram gained 3.5 million followers, his podcast TikTok account over 1.5 million, and his Facebook more than 2.3 million followers in three days, with his YouTube channel reaching 4.5 million subscribers.
  • Several educators faced disciplinary actions, such as an Iowa art teacher suspended for posting 'One Nazi Down' and a Clay County teacher suspended for calling Kirk 'one less evil person.'
  • These events have intensified debates on free speech, social media responsibility, and school policies, with organizations and districts reviewing personnel matters and emphasizing careful conduct online.
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abc 7 WJLA broke the news in Washington, United States on Friday, September 12, 2025.
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