charlie kirk who was he

Charlie Kirk was an American right-wing conservative political commentator, author, and media personality born on October 14, 1993. He co-founded the conservative organization Turning Point USA (TPUSA) in 2012, which focused on promoting conservative principles on college campuses. Kirk was a prominent voice in the populist MAGA movement and known for his alignment with former President Donald Trump. He was influential in conservative youth activism, known for initiatives like the Professor Watchlist and School Board Watchlist. Sadly, Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on September 10, 2025, during a public debate event at Utah Valley University as part of his American Comeback Tour.