Charlie Kirk’s casket arrives in his hometown after fatal shooting

WorldPolitics
12 Sep 2025 • 3:22 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • The casket of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk arrived in his hometown of Phoenix, Arizona, on Thursday, 11 September.
  • His wife, Erika, and Usha Vance disembarked Air Force Two, with Vice-President JD Vance, Usha’s husband, following closely behind.
  • Kirk, 31, was fatally shot the previous day during an outdoor speaking event at Utah Valley University.
  • President Donald Trump, a close ally of Kirk, spoke to Erika Kirk, describing her as "devastated."
  • Watch the video above

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