Breaking News of Assassination of American Charlie Kirk
Charlie Kirk Assassinated; Oklahoma Lowers Flags to Half-Staff
By Miami News-Digest | Oklahoma City — Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot Wednesday during a public speaking event at Utah Valley University, sparking national mourning and an urgent debate over political and religious violence. In response, Oklahoma leaders ordered state flags to be flown at half-staff.
Authorities reported that Kirk, 31, was struck in the neck by a single shot fired from a distance of nearly 200 yards while addressing a crowd of roughly 3,000 people. His wife and two young children were present. He was rushed to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
“This was a political assassination,” Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said, vowing accountability for those responsible.
Born October 14, 1993, Charles James Kirk founded Turning Point USA in 2012. His organization quickly became a dominant force in youth conservative politics, establishing a nationwide network on college campuses and social media.
Kirk’s supporters hailed him as a patriot and cultural warrior, while critics argued that his rhetoric was intentionally divisive. His influence reached into national politics, where he was regarded as instrumental in energizing young conservatives and shaping election outcomes.
President Donald Trump ordered flags at the White House and federal buildings lowered until Sunday evening. He called Kirk a “great patriot” and emphasized the need to honor his legacy.
“Charlie Kirk was a remarkable leader who inspired a generation. His voice may be silenced, but his impact will endure,” Trump said in a statement.
Oklahoma’s Response
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt directed all flags statewide to half-staff. He praised Kirk as “a great American whose legacy should be honored.”
Sen. James Lankford and Sen. Markwayne Mullin offered condolences, joining calls for unity. Attorney General Gentner Drummond condemned the assassination as a “senseless act of political violence” and urged for national healing.
Oklahoma Democratic Rep. John Waldron emphasized that words must be followed by action: “We must protect free speech and prevent violence from silencing political voices.”
Kirk’s killing underscores the rising threat of political violence in America. Coming during a campus event in front of thousands, the assassination has prompted bipartisan reflection on the role of civility and dialogue in public life. Oklahoma leaders joined the national chorus calling for restraint, peace, and respect for democratic discourse.
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