Charlie Kirk, a close aide and confidant of former U.S. President Donald Trump, wasassassinated on September 10, 2025, while delivering a speech at Utah Valley University. The31-year-old conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA was struck in the neckduring his “American Comeback Tour” event, sending shockwaves through political circlesnationwide.
Witnesses said the gunman fired from a nearby rooftop before fleeing. Though two individualswere questioned, they were later released, and the FBI is seeking public help to track down thekiller.
Kirk was widely regarded as one of the most charismatic young leaders in the Republicanmovement, building close ties with the Trump White House and energizing college campuseswith right-wing rallies. His sudden death has left Republicans reeling.
Calling it a “clear assassination,” Trump led tributes to Kirk and ordered national flags flown athalf-staff until Sunday. Political leaders across parties condemned the attack, which has renewedconcerns about political violence and public security in the U.S.
