President Trump Shares He Had ‘Long Talk’ With Charlie Kirk’s ‘Devastated’ Wife Erika
Conservative Commentator Charlie Kirk Killed At 31
Charlie Kirk, a popular conservative commentator and CEO of Turning Point USA, was shot during a Q&A session Wednesday (September 10) at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah.
The shooting occurred under a pop-up tent on campus as part of his “American Comeback Tour.” Bystanders described the scene as chaotic after the shots were fired.
Kirk was pronounced dead just hours after the incident, President Donald Trump confirmed on social media.
President Donald Trump Speaks With Charlie’s Wife, Erika
President Trump shared that he spoke with Charlie’s “devastated” wife, Erika on Thursday (September 11).
“I spoke to Erika, his wife. And we had a long talk. And she’s devastated. She is absolutely devastated, as you can imagine,” Trump told reporters.
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Vice President JD Vance and Wife Usha Escort Charlie Kirk’s Casket to Arizona
Vice President JD Vance honored his late friend Charlie Kirk on Thursday (September 11) by personally escorting his casket to Arizona. He and his wife, Usha Vance, boarded Air Force Two with Erika Kirk in Salt Lake City and flew with her to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, arriving in the early afternoon.
Kirk had built his life in Phoenix, Arizona, where he lived with Erika and their two children. His sudden and tragic death has deeply shaken his family, friends, and countless supporters across the nation.
After arriving in Phoenix, Vance shared a heartfelt tribute on social media, reflecting on their close friendship.
“Charlie Kirk was a true friend. The kind of guy you could say something to and know it would always stay with him,” Vance wrote. “You ran a good race, my friend. We’ve got it from here.”
With these words, Vance not only honored Kirk’s memory but also reassured supporters that his mission and vision will continue to inspire many.
