Probe Launched After Charlie Kirk’s Death
A federal probe is underway following the sudden death of Charlie Kirk, 31, founder of Turning Point USA (TPUSA),
who collapsed during a September 10 speech at Utah Valley University (UVU). The event, hosted by UVU’s TPUSA chapter, drew a large crowd
and was cut short as emergency responders rushed Kirk away. The campus went into lockdown amid panic, though no one else was injured.
Police initially detained a suspect but later released them. The FBI confirmed the investigation remains active,
stressing that updates will follow. TPUSA later announced Kirk’s passing, calling him a passionate leader who inspired millions.
Tributes poured in from across the nation. President Donald Trump called it “a dark moment in American history,”
praising Kirk’s influence on young Americans and ordering flags at half-staff through September 14.
Vice President JD Vance echoed the sentiment, calling him a “legendary leader.”
Supporters gathered outside Timpanogos Regional Hospital and on social media to mourn.
Law enforcement officials said the attack showed signs of careful planning and possibly specialized training, complicating identification.
Kirk’s death follows another tragedy in Minneapolis on August 27, where a church attack left multiple injured, fueling broader debates on public safety.