JD Vance Shares Erika Kirk’s Heartbreaking Moment Following Charlie Kirk’s Assassination

JD Vance Shares Erika Kirk’s Heartbreaking Moment Following Charlie Kirk’s Assassination

Sele Media Africa – Reported by Suzan Daniel

In a deeply emotional tribute, Vice President JD Vance recounted a poignant moment involving Erika Kirk, widow of the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk, during a special episode of The Charlie Kirk Show on September 15. Broadcasting from his ceremonial office in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, Vance honored his close friend, who was tragically assassinated on September 10 while speaking at Utah Valley University. [1]

During the broadcast, Vance shared that Erika Kirk sought guidance from his wife, Usha, on how to break the devastating news to her young children. “She asked my wife how to tell her beautiful kids that their father and my dear, very dear friend is no longer with us,” Vance revealed, his voice laden with emotion. [2]

Vance also expressed his deep grief and the challenges of seeking national unity in the face of such tragedy. “I’m desperate for our country to be united in condemnation of the actions and the ideas that killed my friend,” he stated. “We can only have it with people who acknowledge that political violence is unacceptable.” [3]

Charlie Kirk, co-founder of Turning Point USA, was a prominent figure in conservative politics and youth engagement. His untimely death has sent shockwaves through the political community. A public memorial service is scheduled for September 21 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. [2]

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Citations:
1.⁠ ⁠New York Post: nypost.com/2025/09/14/us-news/jd-vance-hosting-the-charlie-kirk-show-days-after-assassination-tribute-to-my-friend/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
2.⁠ ⁠The Independent: www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/us-politics/jd-vance-charlie-kirk-show-white-house-b2826909.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com
3.⁠ ⁠https://www.fox10tv.com: www.fox10tv.com/2025/09/15/vance-hosts-kirks-radio-show-says-hell-honor-his-friend-by-being-better-husband-father/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

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