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Erika Kirk, widow of Charlie Kirk, addresses the public in a video statement, vowing to continue his legacy.

Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist, was shot and killed at Utah Valley University on Wednesday.

Tyler James Robinson, 22, was arrested in southern Utah for the shooting.

SALT LAKE CITY — Erika Kirk fought back tears Friday night in her first public address since her husband, Charlie Kirk, was shot in the neck and killed Wednesday while speaking to students at Utah Valley University.

Charlie Kirk was a prominent conservative activist and the founder of Turning Point USA.

"Two days ago, my husband, Charlie, went to see the face of his Savior and his God," Erika Kirk said. "Charlie always said that when he was gone, he wanted t

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