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Turning Point USA has announced that Charlie Kirk's wife, Erika Kirk, will take over as CEO of the organization. The conservative activist was shot and killed on September 10 while at a debate event in Orem, Utah. Kirk founded the nonprofit organization Turning Point USA in 2012 to promote political discussion among young people.
After the death of the right-wing political commentator, TPUSA's Board has elected Erika Kirk as the new CEO and the Chair of the Board. The organization shared the news through a post on X on September 18.
"The Turning Point Board has unanimously elected Erika Kirk as the new CEO and Chair of the Board... In prior discussions, Charlie expressed to multiple executives that this is what he wanted in the event of his death," the post read.
As soon as the announcement came, a flurry of reactions came on the post. Reacting to TPUSA's decision, a user wrote,
"Charlie kirk's legacy"
Online response follows Erika Kirk’s appointment as Turning Point USA CEO after Charlie Kirk’s assasination
An internet user expressed her happiness over TPUSA's decision, adding that Erika Kirk would be a suitable person to "fight" for her late husband's mission.
"So proud to see this. I think we can all agree that everything that has come from this horrific event has been the best possible outcome given the circumstances."
Another user called it the “most logical” choice and added that Erika should now lead the organization in a way that "reflects Charlie Kirk’s legacy."
"This is the most logical and obvious choice. Erika should run this organization in the way that reflects her husbands legacy and with her own unique voice and point of view."
An X user commended the decision and extended the support.
"Excellent. If anyone knew Charlie & what he would want for TP I have to believe it is Erika. She seems like a force of nature, which is what we need right now. Erika, know that we are with you & continue to pray for you."
Reacting to the announcement, an internet user called it the start of a movement.
"The movement has just started..Congratulations"
An online user approved of TPUSA's decision and added that Charlie Kirk's wife shares the same values as him and knows his best interests.
"As it should be. She shared the same values & perspectives. He loved & trusted her so much that he married her & had two beautiful children with her. No one else would have his best interests at heart as much as she would."
More about Charlie Kirk's wife, Erika Kirk
As per Erika Kirk's website, she was a college basketball player and was the winner of the 2012 Miss Arizona USA. She worked in the entertainment industry. Erika met Kirk in 2018, and the two got married in 2021. The couple shared two children.
Erika, who is currently pursuing a doctorate in Bible studies from Liberty University, often shared the stage with Charlie Kirk and echoed similar conservative views. She also participates in the BIBLEin365 ministry program to promote biblical values. Following the death of Kirk, she appeared on TPUSA's livestream and gave a tearful address on September 12.
In her address, Erika Kirk said she won't let her husband's movement die.
"The evildoers responsible for my husband's assassination have no idea what they have done... If you thought that my husband's mission was powerful before, you have no idea... You have no idea the fire that you have ignited within this wife. The cries of this widow will echo around the world like a battlecry. To everyone listening tonight across America, the movement my husband built will not die," she added.
On September 17, Erika shared a photo of Charlie Kirk on Instagram from the Utah event where he was killed. In the caption, she recounted her dating moments with Charlie Kirk and offered prayers for her late husband.
Also read: Shocking messages from Charlie Kirk’s killer allegedly released
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