Charlie Kirk Shot During Utah Valley University Event

OREM, Utah — September 10, 2025 — Conservative activist and Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk was shot Wednesday during a campus event at Utah Valley University (UVU), according to law enforcement officials.

The Incident

The shooting occurred at approximately 12:10 p.m. during Kirk’s American Comeback Tour stop under a large tent on the university courtyard.

Additional live updates from AP reinforce the severity and immediacy of the incident. Social media video shows the moment Kirk was struck in the neck under the tent, triggering chaos as the crowd fled the courtyard. University officials confirmed that a “single shot was fired toward the speaker,” Authorities, including the FBI, are overseeing the ongoing investigation (AP).

Kirk was immediately evacuated by security and transported to a nearby hospital. His medical condition has not been disclosed. UVU officials locked down the campus and canceled classes for the remainder of the day as a precaution.

Law Enforcement Response

UVU campus police have not confirmed that a suspect is in custody. The FBI has deployed agents to assist with the investigation.

Political Reactions

The shooting has drawn swift reactions from state and national leaders:

• Utah Governor Spencer Cox condemned the violence and called for calm.
• Senator Mike Lee said he was praying for Kirk and his family.
• Former President Donald Trump described Kirk as “a great guy” on Truth Social and urged prayers.
• Vice President J.D. Vance called him “a genuinely good guy and a young father.”
• FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed federal involvement in the investigation.
• California Governor Gavin Newsom denounced the attack as “disgusting, vile, and reprehensible.”

Representative Markwayne Mullin noted that Kirk’s wife and children were present at the time of the shooting.

Rising Political Violence

The attack comes amid heightened concerns about political violence in the United States. In recent months, incidents have included:

• The assassination of a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband.
• A firebombing at a protest during a Colorado parade.
• An arson attack on the Pennsylvania governor’s residence.

About Charlie Kirk

Kirk, 31, is the founder and executive director of Turning Point USA, a conservative organization focused on mobilizing young voters. He is a prominent media figure and close ally of Donald Trump, often speaking at rallies and conservative events.

The American Comeback Tour is his ongoing nationwide campus speaking series.