Erika Kirk broke her silence after husband Charlie Kirk, 30, was fatally shot at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10 during his nationwide college tour with Turning Point USA.
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The suspected shooter, Tyler Robinson, 22, allegedly fired from a rooftop 200 yards away as Charlie delivered his speech; Robinson is now in custody facing aggravated murder charges.
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At a Sept. 12 press conference, Erika, 36, thanked authorities, VP JD Vance and wife Usha, and Donald Trump for supporting her family during this devastating tragedy.
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Erika recalled Charlie’s wish to be remembered for “his bravery and beliefs,” adding he sacrificed his life for family, faith, and country while inspiring millions.
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Fighting back tears, Erika described telling their 3-year-old daughter her father was “on a work trip with Jesus managing her blueberry budget,” a bittersweet comfort for the toddler.
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Married since May 2021, Erika and Charlie shared two children, a daughter (2022) and a son (2024). Friends say his greatest legacy will live on through his family beyond politics.
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