Nebraska, Iowa leaders react to shooting death of political activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University
Charlie Kirk, the CEO and co-founder of the conservative youth organization Turning Point USA, was shot and killed during an event in Utah.READ MORE: Conservative activist Charlie Kirk dies after being shot at Utah college eventThe event was on the Utah Valley University campus in Orem, Utah.Following the shooting, local leaders shared their thoughts and prayers. Sen. Pete Ricketts asked for the public to pray for Kirk's family. “Charlie Kirk was participating in the very American act of political dialogue when he was taken from us. He was a husband, son, and father of two little children. Political violence is anti-American. It’s an attack against our very values. It’s an attack on our republic. In our great country, we settle our disagreements with ballots, not bullets. Please join me in prayer for his family as they mourn.”Sen. Deb Fischer also asked for prayers for Kirk's family.Rep. Mike Flood ask that Americans "work towards bringing peace to our divided country." Iowa Rep. Randy Feenstra said he was devastated to learn about Kirk's death. NAVIGATE: Home | Weather | Local News | National | Sports | Newscasts on demand |
