President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, Trump administration officials, and members of Congress flooded social media on Wednesday, mourning and commemorating Charlie Kirk after the Turning Point USA founder was killed at a college event in Utah.
“The Great, and even Legendary, Charlie Kirk, is dead. No one understood or had the Heart of the Youth in the United States of America better than Charlie. He was loved and admired by ALL, especially me, and now, he is no longer with us. Melania and my Sympathies go out to his beautiful wife Erika, and family. Charlie, we love you!” Trump said on Truth Social.
“Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord,” Vance said on X.
Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) said, “Charlie Kirk was an American patriot, an inspiration to countless young people to stand up and defend the timeless truths that make our country great. This murder was a cowardly act of violence, an attack on champions of freedom like Charlie, the students who gathered for civil debate, and all Americans who peacefully strive to save our nation.”
“The terrorists will not win. Charlie will. Please join me in praying for his wife Erika and their children. May justice be swift,” Lee added.
Rep. Dr. Bob Onder (R-MO) said, “Charlie is a martyr.”
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, “Jeanette and I are devastated. Charlie Kirk’s commitment to America’s future generations and sense of patriotism will resonate for decades to come. May the Lord bless Charlie and his family.”
Rep. Keith Self (R-TX) said, “It is hard to find the words to describe how tragic this loss is. Charlie Kirk was a remarkable man of God who accomplished so much at only 31 years old. One of the most important and influential conservative Christian voices in America and the world, he changed hearts and minds toward truth and righteousness.”
“Tracy and I are praying for his family and friends during this unspeakably hard time. We have lost a true warrior. It is a tragic day in America,” Self said.
Rep. Marlin Stutzman (R-IN) said, “Charlie Kirk had young children, and inspired a generation of young Americans. He spoke truth into the world and always believed that honest conversation, not heinous actions, were the way to solve political differences. This is a sad day for our country.”
Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) said, “Our family grieves for Charlie Kirk’s family. We must collectively find a way forward during these polarized times.”
Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) said, “My heart is broken for Charlie Kirk and my prayers are with his friends and family. Our country was founded on principles of free speech and open political discourse. Nothing justifies violence against any voice on the left or right of today’s debates.”
Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) said, “Rest in Peace, Charlie Kirk. Casey and I are praying for his family. Charlie was a warrior for liberty, and his murder is a tragedy for our nation.”
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said, “Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let Your perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace.”
Rep. Riley Moore (R-WV) said, “Eternal rest grant unto him, o Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon him. Please join Mina and me in praying for the repose of his soul and for Charlie’s wife and kids.”
Rep. Brandon Gill (R-TX) said, “Charlie Kirk was an American Hero. It is our loss, heaven’s gain. We will miss him greatly. Danielle and I are heartbroken and praying for his wife Erika and his children.”
Former North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson said, “No words.”
Former Rep. Gabby Giffords (D-AZ) said, “The murder of Charlie Kirk breaks my heart. My deepest sympathies are with his wife, two young children, and friends. Democratic societies will always have political disagreements, but we must never allow America to become a country that confronts those disagreements with violence. Attacks against political or ideological opponents are cowardly and un-American, and must be universally condemned.”
White House Deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller said, “Our hearts are shattered. America has lost one of its greatest champions. A loving family has lost the most extraordinary husband and father. All of us must now dedicate ourselves to defeating the evil that stole Charlie from this world.”
“The College Republicans of America are heartbroken by the passing of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA and Turning Point Action. Charlie was a tireless leader for young conservatives and a voice for freedom, faith, and the values that make America strong. Our prayers are with his wife, family, and the entire Turning Point community as they grieve this devastating loss. Political disagreement is the lifeblood of a free republic; political violence is its negation,” read a statement from the College Republicans of America.
Former President Joe Biden said, “There is no place in our country for this kind of violence. It must end now. Jill and I are praying for Charlie Kirk’s family and loved ones.”
Former President Barack Obama said, “We don’t yet know what motivated the person who shot and killed Charlie Kirk, but this kind of despicable violence has no place in our democracy. Michelle and I will be praying for Charlie’s family tonight, especially his wife Erika and their two young children.”
Former President George W. Bush released a statement on X: “Today, a young man was murdered in cold blood while expressing his political views. It happened on a college campus, where the open exchange of opposing ideas should be sacrosanct. Violence and vitriol must be purged from the public square. Members of other political parties are not our enemies; they are our fellow citizens. May God bless Charlie Kirk and his family, and may God guide America toward civility.”
Former President Bill Clinton also said on X, “I’m saddened and angered by Charlie Kirk’s murder. And I hope we all go through some serious introspection and redouble our efforts to engage in debate passionately, yet peacefully. Hillary and I are keeping Erika, their two young children, and their family in our prayers.”
FBI Director Kash Patel said, “We are closely monitoring reports of the tragic shooting involving Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University. Our thoughts are with Charlie, his loved ones, and everyone affected. Agents will be on the scene quickly and the FBI stands in full support of the ongoing response and investigation.”
“The attack on Charlie Kirk is disgusting, vile, and reprehensible. In the United States of America, we must reject political violence in EVERY form,” Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) said.
“I’m horrified by the news coming out of Utah about the attack on Charlie Kirk. Political violence has no place in our country. Not now, and not ever. Praying for him and his family,” Democratic National Committee Chairman Ken Martin said.
Gov. Spencer Cox (R-UT) said, “Those responsible will be held fully accountable. Violence has no place in our public life. Americans of every political persuasion must unite in condemning this act. Our prayers are with Charlie, his family, and all those affected.”
“Political violence has no place in our [country]. We must speak with moral clarity. The attack on Charlie Kirk is horrifying and this growing type of unconscionable violence cannot be allowed in our society,” Gov. Josh Shapiro (D-PA) said.
Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said, “Once again, a bullet has silenced the most eloquent truth teller of an era. My dear friend Charlie Kirk was our country’s relentless and courageous crusader for free speech. We pray for Erika and the children. Charlie is already in paradise with the angels. We ask his prayers for our country.”
Commentator Ben Shapiro said, “All of us will miss him, and I can’t imagine the pain of his beautiful young family, and we must all pray for them. And we must pick up the baton where Charlie left it, fighting for the things he believed in so passionately. And we must fight for a better America – an America where good people can speak truth and debate passionately without fear of a bullet.”
CHARLIE KIRK DEAD AFTER BEING SHOT AT UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY EVENT
Utah Valley University Police told the Washington Examiner that shots were fired, but wouldn’t provide any further information. Bystanders told Deseret News that Kirk was hit during a Q&A with students.
Footage shared online showed Kirk speaking before a gunshot was heard, followed quickly by Kirk falling backward.
