Overview

• Charlie Kirk, 31, was shot around 12:10 p.m. local time while speaking at Utah Valley University in Orem and later died from his injuries.
• Authorities say a single round was fired and suspect the shooter took aim from a building rooftop near the outdoor event area.
• The FBI is leading the search, and individuals briefly detained for questioning were released as the investigation continues, according to Director Kash Patel.
• Utah Governor Spencer Cox called the killing a “political assassination,” while officials emphasized that the attack appeared targeted.
• President Donald Trump ordered U.S. flags lowered to half-staff and blamed the “radical left,” as leaders across parties condemned political violence; unverified videos of the shooting circulated online.