Marching Toward Safety — The Charlie Kirk Shooting and the Rising Call for Private Security in Political Spaces
UREM, Utah — September 10, 2025 At a Turning Point USA event held at Utah Valley University’s courtyard, conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot while speaking under a tent marked “The American Comeback” and “Prove Me Wrong.” The strike occurred shortly after the presentation began, shocking attendees and prompting chaos. A suspect is now in custody as law enforcement investigates what appears to be a politically motivated assault. AP News The Guardian Financial Times This harrowing incident adds to a growing trend of violent attacks targeting public figures and activists. Many are now calling for enhanced security protocols at political gatherings. Some critics, including former Utah Congressman Jason Chaffetz, described the event’s small security presence as inadequate, given the current climate of heightened tensions. AP News New York Post Why This Is a Turning Point Targeted political violence is rising — Kirk’s shooting marks another high-profile case in a wave of...