Published Sept. 10, 2025, 6:08 p.m.
6pm Call in Show - 616-430-4410 On September 10, 2025, the conservative movement lost one of its most fervent voices when Charlie Kirk, the 31-year-old founder of Turning Point USA, was tragically shot and killed while addressing a crowd of students at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. Kirk, known for his unyielding commitment to engaging young people in political discourse, was in the midst of his signature "American Comeback Tour"—a series of on-campus events where he debated issues like limited government, immigration, and cultural values—when gunfire interrupted the gathering. Authorities apprehended a suspect at the scene, but the loss reverberated across the nation, leaving allies like former President Donald Trump to mourn a "fearless warrior" whose energy had mobilized millions. Kirk's death, at the peak of his influence, marks a profound moment for right-wing activism, underscoring the volatile battles he so passionately fought. Charlie Kirk was primarily a political activist and media personality rather than a traditional journalist (e.g., he didn't work for news outlets like newspapers or TV networks in a reporting capacity). However, his contributions to conservative media are significant: through his daily radio show and podcast *The Charlie Kirk Show* (launched in 2020 on Salem Media's "The Answer" channel), he built a massive platform for commentary, analysis, and interviews that reached 500,000–750,000 downloads daily by 2024. He amplified conservative viewpoints on topics like Trump-era politics, cultural issues, and youth mobilization, often blending activism with media production. His social media presence (over 14 million followers) and books further positioned him as a key influencer in right-wing discourse. X/Twitter: https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1rmGPvlnZDLxN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/636616148890812/videos/1029872112429062 Rumble: https://rumble.com/v6yrikq-bnn-brandenburg-news-network-9102025-6pm-charlie-kirk-killed-at-31-a-life-o.html https://rumble.com/v6yrip6-bnn-brandenburg-news-network-9102025-6pm-charlie-kirk-killed-at-31-a-life-o.html Odysee: https://odysee.com/@BrandenburgNewsNetwork:d/bnn-2025-09-10-6pm-charlie-kirk-gone-at-31-a-life-of-impact:2 BNN Live: https://Live.BrandenburgNewsNetwork.com Guests: Donna Brandenburg, Dr David Kent, Jeannie Kent, Karen the Riveter, Norman Merboth