(TNS) Kentucky leaders from across the political spectrum called for peace and extended well-wishes to the family of Charlie Kirk, a prominent conservative influencer who was shot and killed during an event in Utah Wednesday.

Kirk co-founded and was the public face of the popular conservative activist organization Turning Point USA, whose viral videos helped it grow into one of the most influential groups on the right. With a focus on social media content, the group has been credited with helping fuel a conservative swing among young male voters, a key demographic in President Donald Trump’s 2024 victory.

According to multiple reports, Kirk was shot in the neck and taken to a nearby hospital. A person was taken into custody following the shooting, but police have determined that person w

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