Charlie Kirk's Wife, Erika, Publicly Speaks Out for the First Time Since Her Husband's Death

For the first time since the tragic death of her husband, Erika Kirk stepped forward to speak publicly — and emotionally — about his life, his legacy, and what comes next.

Erika Kirk, the widow of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, has made her first public statement since her husband's death. Speaking at a press briefing, Erika expressed gratitude to first responders, investigators, and public officials who supported her after Wednesday’s fatal shooting.

She specifically thanked former President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance for their outreach during the difficult time. "Mr. President, my husband loved you, and he knew that you loved him, too," Erika Kirk said, fighting back tears. "He did. Your friendship was amazing. You supported him so well, as did he for you."

Erika shared that Charlie often spoke about how he wanted to be remembered — not just as a political figure, but as a man of faith and courage. She pledged to carry on his work through Turning Point USA, the organization he founded and led.

"Charlie, I promise I will never let your legacy die, baby," she said. "I promise I’ll make Turning Point USA the biggest thing that this nation has ever seen." In her closing remarks, Erika spoke about Charlie’s deep commitment to their family, saying he had loved their children and her, with all his heart, and that she had always known it.