WISCONSIN (NBC 26) — Leaders and neighbors across the nation are expressing their condolences and urging the country to unite following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, including those right here in Wisconsin.
NBC 26 spoke with Cameron Clark, chairman of the Winnebago County Republican Party, who said the shooting was sad and shocking. Clark also commented on the political divide in the United States, saying in part, "We have to start reminding ourselves that we are Americans first. That we may have differences, we may not always agree on what to do, but typically we are all pushing in the same direction. We just don’t always agree on how to get there."
Other state politicians took to the social media platform X to share their messages. Congressman Tony Wied writing "Charlie Kirk was a true American Patriot and his legacy will live on for generations to come." In another post, Wied adds "Please join me in praying for Charlie Kirk. There is absolutely zero place for political violence in our country."
Republican Senator Ron Johnson reposting President Donald Trump's announcement of Kirk's death and adding "Rest in Peace." On the other side of the aisle, Democratic Senator Tammy Baldwin says "There is no two ways about this: political violence has no place in America. I am keeping Charlie and his family in my thoughts in this truly horrifying moment."
Wisconsin's Democratic Governor, Tony Evers, writes in part "Violence is never the answer for resolving our differences or disagreements. Wisconsin joins in praying for Charlie Kirk and the Utah Valley community and first responders."
NBC 26 will continue to keep you updated as we learn more about the circumstances surrounding Kirk's assassination, including who the shooter is.
