Charlie Kirk was a rising star MAGA conservative influencer who was assassinated at a town hall at Utah Valley University on Wednesday when a bullet pierced his throat in the middle of a well-attended speaking engagement.
Kirk, 31, the CEO of Turning Point USA, rose to prominence on YouTube and X and became famous for his unapologetic — and often boldly stated — conservative opinions.
Members of the media reacted somberly when his death was confirmed.
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