Trump and Vance lead well-wishers after Charlie Kirk is shot
Teh article reports that Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA, was shot during an event at Utah Valley University. Prominent political figures, including former President Donald Trump, senator JD Vance, members of Congress, and other officials, took too social media urging prayers for Kirk and condemning the violence. Statements emphasized the need to reject political violence in all forms and expressed support for Kirk, his family, and those affected. The FBI is actively investigating the incident, wiht agents on the scene. The shooting occurred during a Q&A session,and footage captured the moment a gunshot was heard followed by Kirk reacting to being hit. The incident has drawn widespread attention and calls for unity against such acts of violence.
Trump and Vance lead well-wishers after Charlie Kirk shot at Utah university: ‘We must all pray for Charlie Kirk’
President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, Trump administration officials, and members of Congress flooded social media on Wednesday, urging prayer for Charlie Kirk after the Turning Point USA founder was shot at a college event in Utah.
“We must all pray for Charlie Kirk, who has been shot. A great guy from top to bottom. GOD BLESS HIM!” Trump said on Truth Social.
“Say a prayer for Charlie Kirk, a genuinely good guy and a young father,” Vance said on X.
“I am tracking the situation at Utah Valley University closely. Please join me in praying for Charlie Kirk and the students gathered there,” Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) said.
“Charlie Kirk has been shot! Pray for him!” Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) said.
“Prayers for Charlie Kirk. An incredible Christian, American, and human being. May the healing hand of Jesus Christ be upon him,” War Secretary Pete Hegseth 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,” FBI Director Kash Patel said.
“Leftist violence is out of control. Jean and I are praying for Charlie, one of the great conservative leaders of our generation,” Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said.
“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.
“Everyone please stop what you are doing and pray for Charlie Kirk. Please,” commentator Candace Owens 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.
“Charlie Kirk is a great friend and an amazing person! Lara, Luke, Carolina and I will be praying for him, his wife Erika and their 2 children,” Eric Trump 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,” Gov. Spencer Cox (R-UT) said.
“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.
“I condemn this in the strongest terms. There is ZERO place in our great country for these horrendous acts of political violence. We must find a better way forward. May Charlie Kirk have a full and quick recovery,” Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA).
CHARLIE KIRK 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 the sound of a gunshot was heard, followed quickly by Kirk jerking his body backward.
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