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Charlie Kirk, a Trump ally and right-wing activist, has died at 31 after being shot while speaking at Utah Valley University . President Trump announced his death and praised his political impact, condemning the left and the media for "demonizing" those they disagree with. Authorities, however, have not released any information about the shooter or their motive. Kirk launched Turning Point USA , an organization for young conservatives, at the age of 18. Federal and state authorities are searching for the shooter. Police released two people taken into custody after the

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