Conservative activist Charlie Kirk assassinated at Utah university - AP News
President Trump praised Charlie Kirk as a 'martyr for truth' and ordered flags lowered to half-staff following the assassination.
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Published Sep 10, 2025
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Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed during a speaking event at Utah Valley University. Authorities and Governor Spencer Cox have labeled the incident a political assassination.
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ALSO MENTIONED Spencer Cox, Governor of Utah overseeing the state response; Gabrielle Giffords, former congresswoman expressing sympathy; Gavin Newsom, condemned the attack; Jason Chaffetz, eyewitness and former congressman
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