The Indianapolis Colts have explained why they did not have a tribute to Charlie Kirk before their game on Sunday.

"The Colts already had a moment of silence planned for Forrest Lucas, founder of Lucas Oil and namesake of our home at Lucas Oil Stadium," a spokesperson for the team told Newsweek over email.

Why It Matters

Kirk, 31, was fatally shot while speaking at Utah Valley University on September 10 during his "American Comeback Tour." He was a vocal supporter of President Donald Trump , played a key role in organizing young Republican voters and was a co-founder of Turning Point USA , a conservative youth organization.

Kirk's assassination has sent shock waves through the country. It comes amid fears of increasing political violence and highlights divisions gripping the U

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