Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk died after being shot at an event on Wednesday afternoon at Utah Valley University. He was 31 years old.

Kirk's death was confirmed by President Donald Trump.

"The Great, and even Legendary, Charlie Kirk, is dead. No one understood or had the Heart of the Youth in the United States of America better than Charlie. He was loved and admired by ALL, especially me, and now, he is no longer with us. Melania and my Sympathies go out to his beautiful wife Erika, and family. Charlie, we love you!"

Kirk campaigned for Trump heading into the 2024 election.

Video posted from the event appeared to show Kirk being shot as he spoke to the crowd from under a white pop-up tent.

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