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Erika Kirk reacts as she prepares to speak at a memorial for her husband, conservative activist Charlie Kirk, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)

Turning Point, moving forward without Charlie Kirk, makes first return to Utah since his killing

Turning Point USA’s college tour is returning to Utah for the first time since founder Charlie Kirk was assassinated earlier this month. Kirk was killed Sept. 10 at Utah Valley University. His death has galvanized conservatives, who vow to continue his mission of encouraging young voters to embrace conservatism. The tour is now headlined by other prominent conservatives. Tuesday’s event at Utah State University will feature speakers like podcaster Alex Clark and a panel with Sen. Mike Lee and Gov. Spencer Cox. Erika Kirk, Charlie’s widow, has pledged to continue the organization’s work.

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