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flag Young Republicans in swing states grieve Charlie Kirk’s assassination, fearing for safety and political unity.

flag Young Republican voters aged 18 to 29 in swing states expressed shock and personal grief following the assassination of conservative figure Charlie Kirk, despite not being formally involved with Turning Point USA. flag Many said they followed his media content closely, making his death feel deeply personal. flag Five described being profoundly affected, with some reporting strained friendships after encountering celebratory reactions from peers, leading to unfriending or blocking. flag Concerns about safety at political events, especially on college campuses, grew, with several stating they now hesitate to attend in-person gatherings. flag While some felt numb to repeated political violence, most expressed anxiety over rising polarization and the state of political discourse. flag Opinions were divided on which party contributes more to violent rhetoric. flag The findings come from focus groups conducted by Syracuse University, Engagious, and Sago as part of NBC News’ 2025 “Deciders” series.

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