Charlie Kirk supporters return to site of assassination 1 year later: ‘We are still standing’

Turning Point USA (TPUSA) held an event at Utah Valley University (UVU) to commemorate the one-year anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, aiming to reclaim the space in his honor. Speakers, including those who witnessed the event, shared messages of courage and determination, emphasizing that the tragedy would strengthen their resolve rather than instill fear. The commemoration included worship performances, video tributes, and the unveiling of a new statue dedicated to Kirk on the UVU campus.

• Turning Point USA held an event at Utah Valley University (UVU) one year after Charlie Kirk’s assassination.
• The event was described as a deliberate effort to “reclaim” the space where Kirk was killed and honor his legacy.
• Speakers emphasized choosing courage over fear in the wake of the tragedy.
• The commemoration included worship performances, video tributes, and the unveiling of a new statue of Charlie Kirk.
• UVU supported TPUSA’s use of campus space for the memorial event.
• The event aimed to show that Kirk’s voice lives on through his student movement.