President Donald Trump confirmed on Truth Social Wednesday that conservative commentator Charlie Kirk has died from a gunshot wound to the neck.
“The Great, and even Legendary, Charlie Kirk, is dead,” the commander in chief wrote. “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.”
Trump added, “Melania and my Sympathies go out to his beautiful wife Erika, and family. Charlie, we love you!”
The 31-year-old Kirk, who was the founder of Turning Point USA, was shot during an event at Utah Valley University.
Trump had previously called on the nation to pray for Kirk as he fought for his life.
Utah’s Republican Speaker of the House Mike Schultz also confirmed that Kirk had succumbed to his wounds, according to Deseret News reporter Brigham Tomco.
Utah Speaker Mike Schultz confirms Charlie Kirk is dead. https://t.co/wBn0AGyZ3b
— Brigham Tomco (@BrighamTomco) September 10, 2025
According to multiple outlets, Kirk was struck in or near the neck during the event.
Real America’s Voice also confirmed the horrible news.
.@JustTheNews REPORTS CHARLIE KIRK HAS DIED AT THE AGE OF 31 AFTER BEING SHOT IN UTAH.@ericbolling @charliekirk11 @RealDrGina @stevegrubershow pic.twitter.com/gze9g4gKX7
— Real America’s Voice (RAV) (@RealAmVoice) September 10, 2025
FBI Director Kash Patel shared a statement saying the bureau was monitoring the situation:
“We are closely monitoring reports of the tragic shooting involving Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University,” he wrote on X. “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.”
This story is developing
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