MAGA commentator and Trump loyalist Charlie Kirk was shot dead at an event in Utah on Wednesday, triggering shock and grief across the political spectrum.The 31-year-old conservative activist’s killing drew tributes from both Republican and Democratic leaders. US President Donald Trump expressed condolences, describing Kirk as “legendary”.Among the most detailed reactions came from former DOGE head Vivek Ramaswamy, who shared a long post on X reflecting on his personal bond with Kirk. “Charlie Kirk was more committed to peaceful, open dialogue with those who disagreed with him than anyone I know. God blessed him with immense gifts, and he used them boldly and without fear. He knew the risks he was taking, but he did it anyway because he loved his kids & felt a responsibility to the nation they would inhabit,” Ramaswamy said.He added that the two had travelled together extensively. “I travelled the entire country with him last year, we spent 1×1 time together in Ohio two weeks ago, spoke to him again 2 days ago. He’s long warned of the rise of political violence & the growing culture of assassination, when few were willing to listen, with a clarity of vision unlike anyone I’ve known. Completely and utterly devastated.”Police in Utah have launched a manhunt to capture the suspect responsible for the shooting.
