(FOX 5/KUSI) -- Conservative activist and influencer Charlie Kirk, 31, was pronounced dead after being shot in the neck while speaking at Utah Valley University shortly after noon on Wednesday.

Kirk was rushed to a hospital, where he remained in critical condition before being pronounced dead.

California officials have offered statements regarding the shocking incident.

"The attack on Charlie Kirk is disgusting, vile, and reprehensible," California Gov. Gavin Newsom posted to his social media just before noon. "In the United States of America, we must reject political violence in EVERY form."

Senate Minority Leader of the California State Senate, Brian W. Jones, said he's praying for Kirk, his family and for America.

“I stand in solemn prayer for Charlie Kirk and his family. This was

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