Charlie Kirk
Charlie Kirk is a conservative activist whose assassination raised political violence concerns.
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Security lapses at Utah campus where Charlie Kirk was killed, review says
The indpendent report also says Kirk's aides insisted he speak outdoors, overriding concerns from campus officials.
September 26, 2026Charlie Kirk's family alleges 'stunning failures' by Utah officials led to his shooting
The conservative activist was speaking to a crowd of thousands on the university campus when he was shot and killed by a gunman positioned on a roof.
September 16, 2026Family of Charlie Kirk plans suit against Utah university over alleged security lapses - Reuters
Family of Charlie Kirk plans suit against Utah university over alleged security lapses Reuters
September 16, 2026They lost their jobs after posting about Charlie Kirk, but some have no regrets
Some people fired in the wake of Kirk's assassination have won big settlements from employers, others have had to start over from scratch.
September 13, 2026Year after Charlie Kirk's death, conservative students struggle to fill void he left
The assassination sent shockwaves through the conservative youth movement, which students say has lost momentum and a vital figurehead.
September 10, 2026Charlie Kirk murder suspect pleads not guilty as judge clears way for death penalty trial
Tyler Robinson is charged with aggravated murder, a capital offence in Utah, and six other counts.
September 2, 2026Utah prosecutor in Charlie Kirk trial urges judge to allow death penalty - Reuters
Utah prosecutor in Charlie Kirk trial urges judge to allow death penalty Reuters
September 1, 2026'Devastating' evidence against Charlie Kirk murder suspect laid out in court
Prosecutors build a vivid picture of the suspect's movements as they seek to try the 23-year-old.
July 11, 2026Charlie Kirk murder suspect told roommate 'he wishes he hadn't done it', court hears
The court hears an investigative interview with the suspect's ex-roommate and romantic partner and reveals their texts.
July 10, 2026Watch: Roommate says Charlie Kirk murder suspect confessed to killing
Recordings of a police interview with Tyler Robinson's roommate were played in court during a preliminary hearing.
July 9, 2026Video shows suspect in sniper position as Charlie Kirk shot, prosecutors say - Reuters
Video shows suspect in sniper position as Charlie Kirk shot, prosecutors say Reuters
July 7, 2026New video shows man believed to be Tyler Robinson before Charlie Kirk shooting
The footage shown during the second day of a preliminary hearing appears to show Robinson walking through a parking garage and running across a roof.
July 7, 2026New footage shown at Kirk hearing shows man on rooftop near shooting scene
The preliminary hearing will determine whether Tyler Robinson, accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, will stand trial.
July 7, 2026Utah prosecutors present case against man accused in Charlie Kirk killing - Reuters
Utah prosecutors present case against man accused in Charlie Kirk killing Reuters
July 6, 2026Charlie Kirk's family attends hearing for suspect charged with his murder
Tyler Robinson, 23, is accused of murdering Kirk, a key Trump ally and founder of youth organisation Turning Point USA.
July 6, 2026Trump signs new counterterrorism strategy that focuses on hemispheric threats - Reuters
Trump signs new counterterrorism strategy that focuses on hemispheric threats Reuters
May 6, 2026US political violence generates a familiar cycle - this time it's in overdrive
In modern America, it seems violence of this kind has become an ever-present storm that can strike anywhere and at any moment.
April 28, 2026Moment Trump rushed from White House Correspondents' Dinner after gunshots heard
The US president was midway through a conversation before loud bangs rang out at the venue and he was quickly escorted to safety.
April 26, 2026Virginia approves redistricting, giving Democrats edge in midterms
The new maps in Virginia could make it easier for Democrats to take control of the US House of Representatives in November.
April 22, 2026How US groups are driving a new generation of anti-abortion activism in the UK
The killing of Charlie Kirk galvanised a transatlantic campaign against abortion. But will it succeed in shifting Britain's pro-choice consensus?
March 16, 2026Watch: Iran, Olympics and partisan divisions among takeaways from Trump speech
The US president's speech to Congress included spats with political rivals and special guests.
February 25, 2026FBI director defends Winter Olympics celebration with USA hockey team
Patel's trip came the same day as an armed intruder was shot at the president's Florida resort.
February 23, 2026