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Erika Kirk Withdraws from Event Amid Threats, Backlash

4/15/2026

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Erika Kirk withdrew from a Turning Point USA event in Georgia due to threats, per Vice President JD Vance.
Vance criticized the backlash against Erika Kirk's grieving process after her husband, Charlie Kirk, was assassinated in September.
He condemned conspiracy theories surrounding Charlie Kirk's death and emphasized the emotional toll on Erika.
Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance dismissed speculation about a personal relationship between him and Erika Kirk.

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Erika Kirk withdrew from a Turning Point USA event in Georgia due to threats, per Vice President JD Vance.
Vance criticized the backlash against Erika Kirk's grieving process after her husband, Charlie Kirk, was assassinated in September.
He condemned conspiracy theories surrounding Charlie Kirk's death and emphasized the emotional toll on Erika.
Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance dismissed speculation about a personal relationship between him and Erika Kirk.