Student leaders from Turning Point USA chapters across the country are grappling with the tragedy of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, which occurred during his American Comeback Tour on September 10 at Utah Valley University. Kirk, the organization’s founder and CEO, was a prominent figure in the conservative movement and played a significant role in President Donald Trump’s 2024 election campaign. His death has left an immense void, with many students expressing shock and disbelief at the sudden loss of a leader who was expected to be a pivotal figure for decades.
Sarah Baldwin, vice president of the Turning Point USA chapter at the University of Michigan, said the news left her in disbelief, stating,