Erika Kirk has spoken publicly about the heartbreaking loss of her husband, Charlie Kirk, who was fatally shot on September 10

during a speaking event at Utah Valley University. Charlie, the founder of Turning Point USA and a well-known conservative activist,

was killed while addressing an audience. The suspect, Tyler Robinson, was quickly arrested and now faces multiple charges, including murder.

At Charlie’s memorial, Erika shared a deeply emotional account of their marriage and the devastating moment she saw his body in the hospital.

She recalled the surgeon telling her that Charlie’s death was instantaneous, meaning he did not suffer.

She described the faint smile on his lips as a sign of God’s mercy, even in tragedy.

The surgeon explained that the bullet struck Charlie’s neck with such force it would normally have exited his body,

but it did not. Erika and those close to her viewed this as another sign of mercy. Andrew Kolvet,

a spokesperson for Turning Point USA, echoed the surgeon’s astonishment, noting how rare it was for such a bullet not to create an exit wound.

Now serving as CEO of Turning Point USA, Erika is honoring Charlie’s legacy while navigating unimaginable grief,

finding strength in her faith and his enduring influence.