Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk was shot Wednesday afternoon during a campus event at Utah Valley University (UVU). His spokesperson confirmed the incident, stating, “Charlie Kirk has been shot at Utah Valley University. Condition unknown.”
Video footage captured Kirk speaking under a white pop-up tent when a gunshot rang out. The crowd immediately panicked, with many shouting for others to run. The attack occurred moments after Kirk addressed a question about transgender mass shooters in America.
Messages of support and concern flooded social media from national figures. President Donald Trump urged prayers, calling Kirk “a great guy from top to bottom.” Vice President J.D. Vance also expressed support, while California Governor Gavin Newsom condemned the shooting as “disgusting, vile, and reprehensible.”
Utah Valley University officials confirmed the shooting happened around 12:20 p.m. They reported the shot was fired from a building approximately 200 yards away, striking during the outdoor event. Security personnel rushed Kirk away from the scene for treatment.