Art Del Cueto became well-known as the Vice President of the National Border Patrol Council.

In recent years, Del Cueto has been a regular speaker with Charlie Kirk during his "Turning Point USA" events.

Del Cueto had been planning to speak at an event with Kirk later this fall.

He told KGUN 9 that he considered Kirk a friend and that he was devastated by Kirk's death, leaving his wife and two children behind.

"That's the biggest heartbreak," Del Cueto said. "I always look forward to his events. I always look forward to texting him, talking to him. You know, just exchanging conversations. It's not good, man. It's a bad day."

Del Cueto had been concerned about security for Kirk.

"I come from a law enforcement background," he said. "There's never enough security in my eyes, to be hones

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