KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk on Wednesday has prompted condemnation and condolences from both ends of the political spectrum. Several Tennessee politicians and groups have shared messages of their own through social media.

"@MariaLeeTN and I offer our heartfelt prayers for Charlie Kirk, and ask that the Lord be near his family right now."

"Charlie Kirk touched the lives of countless people across America, and the movement he started changed our country for the better," US Senator Marsha Blackburn said. "I am devastated by his passing, and words fail to describe how much of a loss this is for our nation. We mourn with his family, and we pray for justice to be served."

Our prayers and sympathy are with Charlie Kirk’s family during this

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