“Heartbreaking”: Brad Keselowski and NASCAR Family Stunned by Tragic Passing of Charlie Kirk Charlie Kirk’s tragic death shocks NASCAR and beyond, as tributes pour in honoring his activism, faith, and

Charlie Kirk built a name as a driving force in conservative youth activism, founding Turning Point USA at age 18 to promote free-market ideas and limited government on college campuses. An Eagle Scout from Illinois, he volunteered in political campaigns during high school, channeling that energy into registering thousands of young voters and training future leaders across the U.S. Lesser known is his decision to drop out of community college after a pivotal meeting with a donor, allowing him to grow TPUSA to over 3,500 chapters worldwide. Kirk’s hands-on approach often involved personal chats with students, fostering a sense of empowerment that rippled through communities.

That passion shone in moments like his radio show, where he connected with listeners daily, and shared stories of re