Statement On the Assassination of Charlie Kirk

I am heartbroken to learn that Charlie Kirk has passed away following the shooting at Utah Valley University. My prayers are with his family, the students, and everyone impacted by this tragedy. No American should ever lose their life for speaking their mind. This was an act of political terrorism, pure and simple, and it must be condemned without hesitation.

We must stand united against violence in our politics and recommit ourselves to the values of free speech, peace, and civility. May God comfort all who are grieving in this dark moment.

I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day, and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.

2 Timothy 4:7-8 (KJV)