Charlie Kirk welcomed a young gay man into the conservative movement, emphasizing that the most important part of his identity isn't defined by 'what he does in the bedroom.'

Founder of Turning Point USA was shot at a university event, an act that has been condemned by leaders across the political spectrum.

UTAH: Charlie Kirk, the CEO and co-founder of the conservative youth organization Turning Point USA, was shot Wednesday at an event at a Utah college, Turning Point said. “We are…

Kirk, a staunch supporter of President Donald Trump, is known for his controversial speeches at US college campuses.

Kirk, an influential Trump ally who at age 18 set up Turning Point USA, died in a shooting while speaking at a Utah campus event.

The young conservative activist made his name by putting himself at the heart of debate on college campuses. It left him tragically exposed

Charlie Kirk, 31, is survived by his wife, Erika, and two children.

Author, activist and host co-founded Turning Point USA and used huge social media reach to push rightwing causes

Turning Point USA cofounder Charlie Kirk was killed Wednesday. Young conservatives have the responsibility to become louder, not quieter, in response.

Mr. Kirk, 31, the founder of a right-wing youth activist group, was shot while speaking at the university on Wednesday.

Charlie Kirk shared a final sentiment tackling a controversial topic just as he was assassinated at Utah Valley University on Wednesday afternoon.

Kirk's slaying adds to a growing list of political violence. Two Democratic Minnesota state lawmakers and their spouses were fatally shot in June.

Kirk, who was fatally shot while on stage at a speaking event, lit a path for the future of Trumpism.

Charlie Kirk dropped out of college at 18 to co-found Turning Point USA. By 31, he had built a $92 million-a-year political empire, with millions of followers online and a direct…

Charlie Kirk, 31, was shot dead Wednesday during his ‘American Comeback Tour’ at Utah Valley University

Charlie Kirk was one of the most visible leaders of the young conservative movement who helped shape Republican politics on college campuses and in media.

With his right-wing group Turning Point USA, Mr. Kirk engaged controversial topics. Some students were inspired. Others found his views appalling.

Espousing a fiery - and usually provocative - brand of conservatism, Charlie Kirk took the battle for converts to the place where he felt his opponents were most deeply entrenched.

Kirk attracted fervent crowds, bringing young people into conservative politics, while at the same time shocking some with provocative opinions.

Charlie Kirk welcomed a young gay man into the conservative movement, emphasizing that the most important part of his identity isn't defined by 'what he does in the bedroom.'

Across the political spectrum, young people are reckoning with what Charlie Kirk's death means for their generation and grappling with how to feel.