Washington, D.C. – Erika Kirk, widow of slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk, spoke publicly for the first time on Friday, vowing that her husband’s movement will continue and describing those responsible for his assassination as “evildoers” who “have no idea what they have done.”
In an emotional video address titled “Charlie Kirk’s beloved wife, Mrs. Erika Kirk addresses the Nation,” aired from Turning Point USA (TPUSA) headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona, Erika, 36, thanked first responders, law enforcement, President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Second Lady Usha Vance for their support.
She recounted explaining her husband’s death to their 3-year-old daughter and pledged to carry on Kirk’s legacy of patriotism, faith, and mobilizing young voters, stating, “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 battle cry.”
Erika Kirk’s Emotional Address
The video, shared on TPUSA’s social media pages at 7:00 p.m. ET on September 12, began with several minutes of silence framing Kirk’s empty chair. Erika, holding a cross necklace, said, “The evildoers responsible for my husband’s assassination have no idea what they have done. They killed Charlie because he preached a message of patriotism, faith and of God’s merciful love.”
She described Kirk as “the perfect father… the perfect husband,” adding, “I will never, ever have the words to describe the loss that I feel in my heart. I honestly have no idea what any of this means. I know that God does, but I don’t.”
Erika recounted telling their 3-year-old daughter, who asked, “Where’s Daddy?”: “Baby, daddy loves you so much. Don’t you worry, he’s on a work trip with Jesus so he can afford your blueberry budget.” She praised Kirk’s faith, saying he would be “wearing the glorious crown of a martyr,” and vowed, “My husband’s mission will not end, not even for a moment.”
TPUSA and Kirk’s radio show and podcast will continue, with the fall campus tour proceeding, she said, her heart with employees “who lost a friend and a mentor.” Erika thanked Trump, saying, “Mr. President, my husband loved you and he knew that you loved him too. Your friendship was amazing. You supported him so well, as did he for you,” and Vance, a “dear friend” who helped Kirk rise in politics.
The address, viewed 2 million times on X so far, drew support from Kirk’s allies; TPUSA CEO Tyler Yost posted, “Erika’s strength inspires us all—Charlie’s legacy lives on.”
Kirk, 31, co-founder of TPUSA and a Trump ally who mobilized Gen Z in 2024, was fatally shot in the neck at 12:20 p.m. MDT on September 10 during an outdoor event at UVU in Orem, Utah, attended by 3,000 students.
The FBI released photos of suspect Tyler Robinson, 22, from Washington, Utah, on September 11, offering a $100,000 reward. Robinson was arrested late September 11 after confessing to his father, Matt Robinson, 48, a registered Republican Trump supporter who runs a countertop business and holds hunting licenses.
Matt contacted a family friend (a clergy member) who alerted the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, leading to Robinson’s surrender in Utah County, per Gov. Spencer Cox at a September 12 press conference. Public records show Robinson’s parents, Matt and Amber (44, a licensed social worker), as Republicans; Amber’s Facebook describes a son as a “gun toting, cowboy loving, brilliant kid.”
Grandmother Debbie Robinson, 69, told Daily Mail, “My son, his dad, is a Republican for Trump. Most of my family members are Republican. I don’t know any single one who’s a Democrat.” She described Tyler as “the shyest person” who “has never, ever spoke politics to me at all” and “has never, ever gotten in trouble in his life,” expressing confusion.
Cox said Robinson acted alone, had “become more political in recent years,” and disliked Kirk, mentioning his UVU event at a family dinner.
Robinson’s roommate turned in Discord messages detailing bullet engravings and a hidden rifle; Discord clarified they were post-shooting recounts of a note, not planned on the platform, per VP Jud Hoffman. Robinson faces aggravated murder and felony discharge charges; Cox confirmed death penalty pursuit.
What People Are Saying
Trump’s September 10 address called Kirk a “martyr,” blaming “radical left” rhetoric; he awarded Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom posthumously on September 11. Far-right figures like Bannon called it a “casualty of war,” Musk tweeted to “fight or die.” However, Former Presidents Biden, Obama, and Bush condemned violence.
On X, #ErikaKirk and #JusticeForCharlie trended with 1.5 million posts. Supporters like @MagaStrong2026 posted Erika’s clip, “Erika’s battle cry—Charlie’s legacy lives!” Critics @BlueWave2026 said, “Tragic loss, but politicizing it divides u.”
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Erika, a former Miss Arizona USA (2012) and businesswoman, met Kirk in 2018; they married in 2021. She vowed to revive the American family, echoing Kirk’s focus. TPUSA canceled events but plans the fall tour, per CEO Tyler Yost.
Robinson’s trial could lead to life or death; the family’s role may mitigate backlash, but the MAGA connection fuels irony. Erika’s vow ensures TPUSA’s continuation, potentially mobilizing youth for 2026.
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