FILE - Turning Point USA Founder Charlie Kirk speaks during a campaign rally, Oct. 24, 2024, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher, File)US President Donald Trump has urged his supporters to pray for Conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, who was shot on Wednesday at an event at Utah Valley University.“We must all pray for Charlie Kirk, who has been shot. A great guy from top to bottom. GOD BLESS HIM!,” Trump said in a post on Truth Social.31-year-old Kirk was giving a presentation when shots were fired, reportedly hitting on his neck. According to his spokesperson, “to the best of our knowledge, he was hit and taken with his security team away from the premises.”Reports that Conservative influencer and personality Charlie Kirk has been shot in the neck during an event with Turning Point USA at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. pic.twitter.com/rvNkJjX8Xu— OSINTdefender (@sentdefender) September 10, 2025Turning Point USA, the conservative youth organization Kirk co-founded also confirmed that he has been shot.“We are closely monitoring reports of the tragic shooting involving Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University,” FBI Director Kash Patel said on X. “Our thoughts are with Charlie, his loved ones, and everyone affected.”He said FBI agents will be on the scene quickly.Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said he is being briefed by law enforcement about the shooting.Kirk has publicly promoted conservative and Trump-aligned causes and COVID-19 misinformation, critical race theory, and the scientific consensus on climate change.Story continues below this adAccording to CNN, Trump has previously praised Kirk as critical to his gains among young voters in last year’s presidential election. Stay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on Instagram© IE Online Media Services Pvt LtdTags:donald trump