Charlie Kirk was a conservative activist and the founder of the youth activist organization Turning Point USA. He was fatally shot on September 10, 2025, during a campus event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. Kirk was 31 years old and a father of two. The shooting was targeted, and the suspect, Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old from Utah, was apprehended less than 36 hours after the incident. The suspect was reportedly turned in by a family member, and investigations are ongoing regarding motives and background. Kirk was known for his conservative political stance and activism, which has been a source of controversy and debate.
