Charlie Kirk talked about shootings moments before being killed, eyewitness says

Charlie Kirk was shot and killed during a speech at Utah Valley University, where he discussed gun violence. Eyewitness Hunter Brown reported that Kirk had just mentioned shootings by transgender individuals when he was targeted. Brown described the shooting as a clear act of murder, stating the shot was aimed directly at Kirk, who fell behind a table on stage. After the shot, Brown and others took cover, and Kirk was no longer visible shortly thereafter. The incident highlights a concerning rise in political violence across the United States, following various recent attacks, including the assassination of Minnesota Rep.

Melissa Hortman and her husband. Kirk was scheduled to continue his "American Comeback" tour in Minneapolis on September 22, marking the first event in Utah. The university event was open to the public, and Brown noted that no security checks were in place. The shooting raises serious questions about safety at political events and the increasing dangers faced by public figures.