Erika Kirk Speaks Out in First TV Interview Post-Husband’s Assassination
Erika Kirk, CEO of Turning Point USA, recently shared her traumatic experience following the assassination of her husband, Charlie Kirk. In her first television interview since his death, she described the horrifying scene she encountered upon arriving at the hospital.
Tragic Incident at Utah Campus
Charlie’s assassination took place on September 10 at a college campus in Utah. Erika recalled that the atmosphere in the hospital was surreal, akin to a “scene from a horror film.” Friends, colleagues, and even law enforcement were visibly shaken by the violence.
Emotional Hospital Encounter
Despite being advised against it, Erika felt a desperate need to see her husband’s body. She wanted to know “what they did to my husband” and to share a moment of farewell. A police officer hesitated to let her in, expressing concern over how she might handle the sight of her husband’s condition.
In her conversation with Jesse Watters on “Jesse Watters Primetime,” Erika recounted the officer saying he wouldn’t prevent her from seeing Charlie but recommended waiting until later. Erika responded, “With all due respect, sir… I want to see what they did to my husband, and I want to give him a kiss, because I didn’t get to give him a kiss this morning.”
Last Moments and Legacy
Erika also shared her observation of Charlie’s face, noting a “smirk” that she interpreted as a defiant statement. “You thought you could stop what I’ve built,” she reflected. “You got my body, you didn’t get my soul.” Her words highlighted the strength and determination she feels in carrying on her husband’s legacy.
- Date of Incident: September 10
- Location: College campus in Utah
- Interviewer: Jesse Watters
- Erika’s Position: CEO of Turning Point USA
As details continue to emerge about this tragic event, Erika’s resilience and commitment to her husband’s vision remain evident. The emotional toll of this experience will likely shape her leadership and advocacy moving forward.
