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Jay Leno Decries Charlie Kirk Assassination as 'The Death of Free Speech' During Utah Manhunt

Investigators report recovering a firearm with cartridges bearing ideological engravings near the campus venue.

Overview

  • Jay Leno called into The Tim Conway Jr. Show and labeled the killing of Charlie Kirk “the death of free speech,” condemning the use of violence over debate.
  • Charlie Kirk was shot Wednesday during a Turning Point USA event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah.
  • Authorities say no suspect has been apprehended, and investigators have released images of a person of interest.
  • The ATF reports it found a weapon near the scene along with cartridges engraved with wording expressing transgender and anti-fascist ideology.
  • President Donald Trump ordered U.S. flags flown at half-staff and said he will award Kirk a posthumous Presidential Medal of Freedom.