The assassination of Charlie Kirk deeply affected supporters who gathered at the Phoenix headquarters of the Turning Point movement to mourn the conservative leader.

Attendees, including families and strangers, laid flowers, prayed, and embraced one another while reflecting on Kirk’s unapologetic advocacy for free speech and conservative values.

Many mourners expressed that his death was a watershed moment, highlighting fears that refusing to conform to left-leaning political beliefs could lead to violence.

The killing is part of a larger pattern of political violence in the U.S., including the June shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump in July 2024.

Some mourners blamed political rhetoric, the media, and Democrats for creating a climate of hostility, while others stressed that political violence is unacceptable, regardless of ideology, USA Today has reported.

Supporters said Kirk’s death would not silence conservatives but rather inspire them to continue speaking out, defending their beliefs, and openly embracing their values, with some even citing increased security measures and personal preparedness.