Donald Trump ally Charlie Kirk was shot at an event in Utah this morning, a source familiar with the matter says.
The extent of Kirk’s injuries were not immediately clear.
Kirk is one of the most prominent pro-Trump activists and conservative media personalities in the United States.
He has garnered millions of fans and co-founded Turning Point USA, an organisation that advocates for conservative politics on high school and university campuses, in 2012.
The FBI is monitoring the incident at Utah Valley University, the agency’s Director Kash Patel said.
“Our thoughts are with Charlie, his loved ones, and everyone affected. Agents will be on the scene quickly and the FBI stands in full support of the ongoing response and investigation,” Patel said in a post on X.
Just before the shooting, Kirk posted about an event at the university. “Utah Valley University is FIRED UP and READY for the first stop back on the American Comeback Tour,” Kirk wrote in a post on X.
Utah Governor Spencer Cox said he’s being briefed by law enforcement on the incident involving Kirk.
“Those responsible will be held fully accountable. Violence has no place in our public life. Americans of every political persuasion must unite in condemning this act. Our prayers are with Charlie, his family, and all those affected,” Cox said.
“We must all pray for Charlie Kirk, who has been shot,” Trump wrote on Truth Social.
“A great guy from top to bottom. GOD BLESS HIM!” the president continued.
Trump has previously praised Kirk as critical to his gains among young voters in last year’s presidential election.
