Kirk was shot and killed during one of his regular events on college campuses hosted by Turning Point USA. The organization grew since 2012 to claim over 800 college campus chapters and 1,000 high school clubs, and it is credited with helping Donald Trump win a higher share of young voters.

Several prominent Democrats, including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) blamed President Trump’s rhetoric for the polarized environment that they say contributed to Kirk’s assassination.

The 31-year-old, who became a national figure as the founder of Turning Point USA, was known for his open-mic events in which he would parry with progressives on current events and more.

Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed during an event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday. Authorities said the shooting was a targeted attack.

Two Florida Cabinet members would support revocation by the U.S. Department of State of visas held by legal immigrants who celebrate the assassination of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk. Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia and Attorney General James Uthmeier argue admission into the United States is a “privilege” that shouldn’t be extended to immigrants who praise

This is not a symbolic gesture, but a permanent testament to his life's work, his courage, and his sacrifice,’ the letter, signed by 12 other members of Congress, read

JD Vance and second Lady Usha Vance are expected to meet with Kirk's family and close friends in Salt Lake City, Utah before the flight.

The killing of conservative commentator and activist Charlie Kirk during a campus debate in Utah is raising new security concerns when polarizing figures visit college campuses, including the University of Central Florida.