Charlie Kirk's assassination has shaken the conservative movement—and it may be reshaping President Donald Trump 's political standing.

In the days since the 31-year-old activist was fatally shot on the campus of Utah Valley University on September 10, Trump's approval ratings have swung wildly across major polls. Some surveys suggest a brief surge of support, while others show a dramatic erosion of his standing with the broader public.

Why It Matters

Kirk's death has provoked strong reaction online, with some prominent MAGA figures blaming the "radical left" for his death and even calling for "war," while some critics of the conservative activist and his views have celebrated his death .

His shooting, and the reaction from some social media users, demonstrates just how divided

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