Florida elected leaders from both sides of the political aisle expressed horror and offered prayers Wednesday after conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot while speaking at Utah Valley University.

Kirk later died at a local hospital from his injuries.

Florida solidarity for Charlie Kirk's family spreads across the state

U.S. Sen. Rick Scott, who called Kirk "a patriot who loves his country," urged all Americans to join him in praying for Kirk, his family and the students present.

"I am completely heartbroken by the tragic loss of my friend and fellow patriot, Charlie Kirk, in a despicable, targeted act of violence. Ann and I are praying for the Kirk family, his wife, young children, and the entire Turning Point community," Scott wrote on X .

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis sa

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