Many politicians have been speaking out after conservative commentator and Turning Point USA leader Charlie Kirk was tragically shot at an event held in Utah on Wednesday (September 10).
Hours later, President Donald Trump was one of the first to confirm that the 31-year-old did not survive his injuries and sadly died.
Since the news of the shooting, many politicians and world leaders have taken to social media to share thoughts and prayers, and condemn gun violence.
Keep reading to find out more…
Former President Joe Biden tweeted out, “There is no place in our country for this kind of violence. It must end now. Jill and I are praying for Charlie Kirk’s family and loved ones.”
Current Vice President JD Vance shared a screenshot of Trump‘s post and wrote, “Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord.”
Charlie sadly leaves behind a wife and two young kids. Our thoughts go out to his entire family during this difficult time.
See more posts from politicians and celebrities reacting to the news below…
Once again, a bullet has silenced the most eloquent truth teller of an era. My dear friend Charlie Kirk was our country’s relentless and courageous crusader for free speech. We pray for Erika and the children. Charlie is already in paradise with the angels. We ask his prayers for… pic.twitter.com/4GQeVgGkrj
— Secretary Kennedy (@SecKennedy) September 10, 2025
Charlie Kirk, husband, father, friend, American, has been assassinated. His spirit, passion and message will live on. Prayers for his soul and his wife and children. pic.twitter.com/bGIimCVY3f
— Dr. Phil (@DrPhil) September 10, 2025
We don’t yet know what motivated the person who shot and killed Charlie Kirk, but this kind of despicable violence has no place in our democracy. Michelle and I will be praying for Charlie’s family tonight, especially his wife Erika and their two young children.
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) September 10, 2025
Heidi and I are devastated and heartbroken.
Charlie Kirk’s murder was an act of unspeakable evil. Charlie was a close friend; we first met when he was just 18, and Turning Point was a nascent idea.
Charlie was courageous, brilliant, compassionate, and powerfully honest. He… pic.twitter.com/vuuo4mbmTJ
— Ted Cruz (@tedcruz) September 10, 2025
Rest in peace Charlie Kirk. The mark you have made on the world will forever be a blessing and memory. We pray for your eternal rest with our Lord. May God bless your family always and be with your children and wife Erika.
— Meghan McCain (@MeghanMcCain) September 10, 2025
My heart is with Charlie Kirk’s family, and with the United States.
Politics has become a disease in this country, and it’s deadly. But don’t listen to the pessimists who say there is no cure.
There is a cure. It is inside of us. We must find our better angels and walk back…
— Arnold (@Schwarzenegger) September 10, 2025
Like all of you, I am utterly stunned and heartbroken and sick to my soul today. It is unimaginable to write these words. I met Charlie Kirk when he was 18 years old, a young man so eager and determined that I immediately turned to a friend and said, “That kid is going to be the…
— Ben Shapiro (@benshapiro) September 10, 2025
The murder of Charlie Kirk is a tragedy, and a sign of the utter desperation and cowardice of those who could not defeat him in argument. Charlie Kirk has been killed not for espousing extremist views – because he didn’t. He has been killed for saying things that used to be…
— Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) September 10, 2025
Karen and I are shocked and saddened to learn of Charlie Kirk’s passing. We are praying for his wife Erika, his entire family and all who loved and admired this truly good man. God Bless Charlie Kirk.🙏🏻
— Mike Pence (@Mike_Pence) September 10, 2025
Heartbroken and outraged by the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
He was an incredible husband and father and a great American.
May he rest in eternal peace with our Lord.
— Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) September 10, 2025
Rest in Peace, Charlie Kirk.
Casey and I are praying for his family.
Charlie was a warrior for liberty, and his murder is a tragedy for our nation.
— Ron DeSantis (@GovRonDeSantis) September 10, 2025
Charlie Kirk dedicated his life to the Lord, his family, and freedom.
There aren’t enough words to describe the impact he had on our country.
We won’t ever forget him or his work.
God bless him and his family.
— Rep. Jim Jordan (@Jim_Jordan) September 10, 2025
Charlie Kirk was murdered for speaking truth and defending freedom. A lion-hearted friend of Israel, he fought the lies and stood tall for Judeo-Christian civilization. I spoke to him only two weeks ago and invited him to Israel. Sadly, that visit will not take place.
We lost an…— Benjamin Netanyahu – בנימין נתניהו (@netanyahu) September 10, 2025
Charlie Kirk was a courageous conservative, and most importantly, a good husband, father, and American. He inspired countless young people to get involved in politics and passionately believed in the right to free speech.
His legacy will live on through every freedom-loving…
— John Kennedy (@SenJohnKennedy) September 10, 2025
Cecilia and I are heartbroken by the assassination and passing of Charlie Kirk.
Charlie’s voice was a beacon for millions of young Americans searching for truth, courage, and conviction. This senseless act of violence has no place in America.
Our prayers are with Charlie’s…
— Greg Abbott (@GregAbbott_TX) September 10, 2025
I condemn this in the strongest terms.
There is ZERO place in our great country for these horrendous acts of political violence.
We must find a better way forward.
May Charlie Kirk have a full and quick recovery. pic.twitter.com/S2DlqVXNai
— U.S. Senator John Fetterman (@SenFettermanPA) September 10, 2025
The horrific shooting today at Utah Valley University is reprehensible. Political violence has absolutely no place in our nation.
All Americans should pray for Charlie Kirk’s recovery and hold the entire UVU community in our hearts as they endure the trauma of this gun violence.
— Nancy Pelosi (@SpeakerPelosi) September 10, 2025
The attack on Charlie Kirk is disgusting, vile, and reprehensible. In the United States of America, we must reject political violence in EVERY form.
— Gavin Newsom (@GavinNewsom) September 10, 2025
Charlie Kirk is one of the finest humans I know. Everyone please lift him and his family up in prayer.
— Donald Trump Jr. (@DonaldJTrumpJr) September 10, 2025
As we pray for our dear friend and brother in Christ, American Patriot, Father, Husband and son, Charlie Kirk,
We know that our God is a loving God. And we must remember that vengeance is the Lord’s. Not ours.Deuteronomy 32:35
“To me belongeth vengeance, and recompence; their…— Rob Schneider 🇺🇸 (@RobSchneider) September 10, 2025
Please pray for my friend Charlie Kirk. My heart is with him, his wife and children during this critical time 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/c6KYZPUyso
— Tulsi Gabbard 🌺 (@TulsiGabbard) September 10, 2025
Everyone please stop what you are doing and pray for Charlie Kirk.
Please.
🙏
— Candace Owens (@RealCandaceO) September 10, 2025
I’ve been told Charlie Kirk is alive.
Continue praying for Charlie! 🙏
America saw a miracle after Trump was shot because we as a nation were praying a covering of protection over him before he was ever shot in Butler.
America needs to see another miracle from all of us…
— Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene🇺🇸 (@RepMTG) September 10, 2025
We must all strongly denounce the shooting of Charlie Kirk. Political violence is NEVER justified. The attacker must be brought to justice. And free speech must be upheld.
Pray for Mr. Kirk and his family.
— Pierre Poilievre (@PierrePoilievre) September 10, 2025
Prayers for Charlie Kirk.
An incredible Christian, American, and human being. May the healing hand of Jesus Christ be upon him.
— Pete Hegseth (@PeteHegseth) September 10, 2025
We love you Charlie Kirk. Praying for you. https://t.co/ti1viJjM5L
— Secretary Kennedy (@SecKennedy) September 10, 2025
Charlie Kirk is a great friend and an amazing person! Lara, Luke, Carolina and I will be praying for him, his wife Erika and their 2 children.
— Eric Trump (@EricTrump) September 10, 2025
Lord, be with Charlie Kirk and his family.
— Russell Brand (@rustyrockets) September 10, 2025
Please join me in praying for Charlie Kirk and his family.
— Kevin McCarthy (@SpeakerMcCarthy) September 10, 2025
Our prayers are with Charlie Kirk.
— Ted Cruz (@tedcruz) September 10, 2025
Praying for Charlie Kirk and his family. 🙏🏾
— Tim Scott (@votetimscott) September 10, 2025
Pray for Charlie Kirk now. 🤲
— Vivek Ramaswamy (@VivekGRamaswamy) September 10, 2025
Cecilia and I are praying for Charlie Kirk and for God’s healing hand to be upon him.
— Greg Abbott (@GregAbbott_TX) September 10, 2025
Charlie Kirk Is Dead.
My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, who were in attendance at the rally. This is sick, deplorable, and incredibly sad.
If you do not condemn this, fuck you. If you want to end gun violence, you can never celebrate it.
— Dean Withers (@itsdeaann) September 10, 2025
The violence has to stop. Nobody deserves to be a victim of gun violence, including Charlie Kirk. This is disgusting and heart wrenching. I pray that Charlie is alive and makes a full recovery.
— Dean Withers (@itsdeaann) September 10, 2025
Charlie Kirk. I don’t have the words.. May Jesus be with you and your family Charlie. @charliekirk11 You did not deserve this.
😔💔— Gina Carano 🕯 (@ginacarano) September 10, 2025
Please join us in praying for our good friend, Charlie Kirk.
— Speaker Mike Johnson (@SpeakerJohnson) September 10, 2025
Praying for my good friend Charlie Kirk!
— Lauren Boebert (@laurenboebert) September 10, 2025
Praying for our friend Charlie Kirk.
— Sarah Huckabee Sanders (@SarahHuckabee) September 10, 2025
Disturbing news out of Utah Valley University.
While details and motivations are still unknown, my prayers are with Charlie Kirk, the students, and all impacted.
Political violence is becoming too common, and too often celebrated. It must be universally condemned by everyone,…
— Andrew Cuomo (@andrewcuomo) September 10, 2025
Praying for Charlie Kirk with all I have.
— Matt Gaetz (@mattgaetz) September 10, 2025
PRAY FOR CHARLIE KIRK
— Rep. Nancy Mace (@RepNancyMace) September 10, 2025
🙏 Lord, we lift up Charlie Kirk in this immediate moment. Grant him strength, his doctors wisdom, and the kind of protection only YOU can provide. 🇺🇸✝️
— House Republicans (@HouseGOP) September 10, 2025
Praying for my friend Charlie Kirk
— Josh Hawley (@HawleyMO) September 10, 2025
We’re all praying for Charlie Kirk. God bless him.
— Rep. Jim Jordan (@Jim_Jordan) September 10, 2025
Charlie Kirk got shot for telling the truth. That is literally it.
What a mentally sick time we are living through
We need god more than ever
Praying for Charlie’s family and praying for these evil people to heal
— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) September 10, 2025
It was an honor to know Charlie Kirk, and sing at his events. He was a true Christian, and is now seeing Jesus face to face. Pray for his family and friends. RIP Charlie, you made a difference in this world, and you will be sorely missed.
— John Rich🇺🇸 (@johnrich) September 10, 2025
If you want to honor #CharlieKirk, don’t resort to violence like the Democrats and the left. USE YOUR VOICE. SPEAK UP.
BE CHARLIE KIRK.— Patricia Heaton (@PatriciaHeaton) September 10, 2025
Source: justjared.com