Hundreds gathered in Waukesha last night to honor the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk, the Turning Point USA founder whose assassination has sent shockwaves through the conservative movement. The vigil featured speeches from TPUSA’s Brett Galaszewski, former Wisconsin Governor and Young America’s Foundation leader Scott Walker, State Senator Julian Bradley, and others who praised Kirk’s influence in shaping a new generation of activists.
Similar tributes are unfolding across the country and beyond—from thousands at Arizona State University, where TPUSA has deep roots, to Huntington Beach, California, where supporters lined the shore in remembrance. At the Waukesha event, one 20-year-old attendee told Wisconsin Right Now, “this is our 9/11,” capturing the profound sense of loss felt among young conservatives.
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The night mixed prayer with calls to action, ending with chants of “We are Charlie Kirk,” a rallying cry that underscored the personal connection many felt to the man who spent his career urging students to fight for conservative values.
Supporters in Waukesha gathered with signs, flags, and photos of Charlie Kirk, standing together in remembrance of the conservative leader. The following images document the crowd, the speakers, and the atmosphere of the evening, offering a closer look at how the community chose to honor Kirk’s life and legacy.