US EditionShouting breaks out in House after silent prayer for Charlie Kirk
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot during a public event at Utah Valley University; investigation ongoing with no motive confirmed amid rising U.S. political violence.
- Charlie Kirk, who co-founded and led the conservative organization Turning Point USA, was killed by a gunshot on September 10, 2025, while attending a political gathering at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah.
- The shooting occurred after Kirk answered an attendee's question about mass shootings, with video showing a single shot fired and a suspect taken into custody.
- Reactions came swiftly from political leaders including Governor Beshear, Senator Rand Paul, and New York City Mayor Eric Adams condemning political violence and expressing condolences.
- Donald Trump announced Kirk's death, calling him 'great' and noting his unique connection with American youth, while bipartisan calls urged reducing political tension and standing united against hate.
- Kirk's death intensified concerns about political violence in the U.S., prompting postponement of California’s Proposition 50 vote and renewed calls to protect Americans from targeting over beliefs or voting choices.
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The killing of Charlie Kirk is an assault on America itself
He was wearing a t-shirt that said ‘Freedom’. A one-word rallying cry emblazoned in black across his chest. It was his core belief: that liberty, especially the liberty to speak, is preferable to tyranny. Then, following the crack of gunfire, that word was stained red with blood. We’ve heard of blood being spilt for freedom:
One shot fired, hand raised, blood everywhere… How the killing of Trump aide Charlie Kirk unfolded
What happened to Charlie Kirk: A well-known podcaster and Donald Trump supporter, Charlie Kirk was shot dead at Utah Valley University on Wednesday. The 31-year-old right-wing activist was being asked a question about mass shootings and transgender issues when a single bullet, believed to be fired from the roof of a building nearby, hit him in the neck. The shooter is still on the run, with the police launching a door-to-door search
Stephen Colbert Addresses Charlie Kirk’s Shooting Death: ‘Political Violence Does Not Solve Any of Our Political Differences’
Stephen Colbert condemned the shooting of Charlie Kirk on Wednesday night’s episode of “The Late Show.” His statement came in a pre-taped segment that aired before the opening credits ran as normal. “Good evening, everybody,” a solemn Colbert said. “After our scripts for tonight’s show were finished, we learned that Charlie Kirk, a prominent right-wing […]
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