URGENT: Right-wing activist Charlie Kirk fatally shot at Utah college event.

BREAKING NEWS: Right-wing Activist Charlie Kirk Fatally Shot at Utah College Event Charlie Kirk, a 31-year-old right-wing activist and ally of President Trump, has been fatally shot during an outdoor speaking event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday. Kirk was shot by an unknown assailant while attending his own "The American Comeback Tour" campus event. The shooting occurred around the time of the event's scheduled start, according to eyewitnesses. Turning Point USA, Kirk's organization, confirmed the tragic news in a statement, saying, "It is with a heavy heart that we confirm that Charles James Kirk has been murdered by a gunshot." President Trump took to his Truth Social platform to express his condolences, writing, "The Great, and even Legendary, Charlie Kirk, is dead. No one understood or had the Heart of the Youth in the United States of America better than Charlie." He later ordered all American flags to be lowered to half-staff until Sunday evening. Kirk was a prominent figure on the right-wing scene, known for his advocacy and speaking engagements across the country. His death has sent shockwaves through conservative circles. Utah Valley University is cooperating with law enforcement as they investigate the shooting. A suspect has been identified, but no further details have been released at this time. This is a developing story. We will provide updates as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Npr.*