Conservative leader Charlie Kirk, who fought for free speech on campuses, was killed in Utah, sparking national debate.

Charlie Kirk, a key figure in the conservative youth movement Turning Point USA, was assassinated at a college campus in Utah, sparking debates on political violence and free speech. The incident highlights the growing tensions and violence in political discourse, with calls for civility and protection of free speech in democratic systems. Kirk, known for challenging campus illiberalism, inspired youth participation in politics and combated anti-Semitism, leaving a legacy amid rising political hostility.