Erica KirkCharlie Kirk’s wife has spoken for the first time about one of the most painful moments she experienced after her husband’s murder. In conversation with Megyn KellyThe 36-year-old said she prayed for a pregnancy when she received news of the death of the Turning Point USA founder, who was shot and killed during an event at Utah Valley University on September 10.
Erica and Charlie shared the desire to have a large family. They were already parents to a 3-year-old girl and a 1-year-old boy, which they had expressed on several occasions. Her intention to have four children. According to her, this family plan suddenly became a mixture of hope and despair after the attack that ended the life of her 31-year-old husband.
“We wanted to have four children. I prayed I was pregnant when he was killed. I thought it would be a blessing in the midst of disaster“She said on Kelly’s show. The widow stated that the idea of the new pregnancy was a way for her to preserve part of the future they both envisioned.
During the interview, Erica also shared a message for young women who want to become mothers. “I tell them not to put it off. You can resume your career, but you can’t go back to having children. They grow up fast and time doesn’t turn back,” he said. She explained that her advice came from the experience of prioritizing building a family with her husband.
The death of Charlie Kirk caused a strong shock in the conservative sectors. President Donald Trump himself announced the news on his Truth Social account, where he called Kirk a “legendary” figure and asserted that no one understands the country’s youth better. “He was admired by everyone, especially me. He is no longer with us,” he wrote.
The attack occurred while Kirk was taking part in the first leg of his American comeback tour. He came to his table, “Prove me wrong.” When a bullet hit him in the head or neckas reported by the magazine the people.
Although authorities did not initially arrest any suspects, the next day they arrested Tyler Robinson, 22, after an extensive search. Robinson faces multiple charges, including first-degree murder. In September, Utah County District Attorney Jeff Gray confirmed that prosecutors would seek the death penalty.
In the same month, Erika obtained a protective order prohibiting any contact attempts from Robinson towards her.