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Evening Wire: BREAKING: TPUSA Founder Charlie Kirk Shot Dead at 31 | 9.10.25

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Sep 11, 2025
A prominent conservative activist was tragically shot at a campus event in Utah, sparking widespread shock and discussion. The impact of this loss on conservative movements and the youth is deeply explored. The incident raises questions about safety and free speech on campuses, as well as the broader implications for political discourse.
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Campus Shooting Kills Charlie Kirk

  • Charlie Kirk was fatally shot today while speaking at a Turning Point USA event at Utah Valley University.
  • Reporters say he was hit in the neck by a single shot fired from about 200 yards away and later died at a hospital.
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Conflicting Early Reports On Suspect

  • Video and sources indicate Kirk appeared to be struck in the neck by a single gunshot during a Q&A.
  • Authorities initially reported a suspect taken into custody but later said the shooter remained at large.
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Federal Response And Medical Outcome

  • FBI Director Kash Patel said agents were en route to the university amid the ongoing search.
  • Kirk was airlifted in critical condition and later pronounced dead at the hospital.
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