Overview

• Multiple outlets report no confirmation from Justin Jefferson, the Minnesota Vikings, or credible news sources that any pledge to support Charlie Kirk’s children was made.
• The rumor began with a Facebook post from a fan page and spread widely across platforms despite the lack of corroboration.
• Star Tribune notes that Jefferson has not commented on Kirk’s killing and the Vikings have issued no statement on his behalf.
• X took down widely shared posts about the claim, and users querying Grok received responses saying the allegation was unfounded.
• Kirk’s assassination at Utah Valley University renewed focus on political violence, drawing condemnation from officials across the political spectrum.