Erika Kirk Recalls the Moment She Learned of Husband Charlie Kirk's Shooting
Erika Kirk, CEO of Turning Point USA, described the moment she found out about her husband Charlie Kirk’s shooting as an “unbelievable nightmare.” After the incident last month, she hurried to ensure her children’s safety.
Taking Over Turning Point USA
Erika assumed leadership of the right-wing advocacy group after Charlie Kirk, the founder and her husband, was fatally shot during a college debate at Utah Valley University in September.
Erika’s First Interview Since the Incident
In an interview with Fox News host Jesse Watters, Erika shared the chaos she experienced and said,
“I’m just being like, ‘Charlie’s been shot. He’s been shot.’ I sprinted out of her treatment centre, just collapsed in the middle of the parking lot, called our security. Unbelievable nightmare.”
Details of the Shooting
- The conservative commentator was allegedly shot in the neck by 22-year-old Tyler Robinson.
- Videos of the shooting went viral worldwide.
- Robinson has been charged with first-degree murder and may face the death penalty by firing squad if convicted.
Erika’s Personal Loss
She revealed she never got the chance to say goodbye, as Charlie had left their Arizona home early that morning to attend the Utah event. The shooter reportedly fired a single bullet from a rooftop, striking Charlie Kirk in the neck in front of thousands, an event that intensified political tensions in a deeply divided country.
Author's summary: Erika Kirk recounts the harrowing moments after her husband Charlie’s fatal shooting, reflecting on the personal and political impact of the tragedy.