Morning Joe 'A human tragedy': Charlie Kirk killed at university event, shooter remains at large
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Sep 11, 2025 Tom Winter, NBC News national enforcement and intelligence correspondent, joins the conversation to discuss the shocking assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a university event. They delve into the emotional aftermath, political ramifications, and the troubling increase in political violence. Winter highlights the urgent need for better security at such gatherings and examines the impact of Kirk's legacy on young Americans. The talk also reflects on the 24th anniversary of 9/11, drawing connections between past and present tragedies.
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Targeted Political Killing Shocked Campus Crowd
- Charlie Kirk was fatally shot while speaking at Utah Valley University, shocking attendees and the nation.
- The incident is framed as a political assassination and a human tragedy with broad condemnation.
Eyewitness Account Of Chaos After Shot
- An eyewitness described hearing a gunshot, people dropping, and panic as they tried to protect loved ones.
- The crowd scrambled between staying down and fleeing while a military-statured man urged everyone to get down.
National Leaders Condemn The Killing
- Charlie Kirk was taken to a hospital and later died, prompting national reactions including from former President Trump.
- Leadership across parties issued condemnations and officials ordered flags at half-staff in some states.
