San Antonio, Texas – A video on X posted by Julio M. Hernandez on September 15, 2025, shows a large vigil at the University of Texas at San Antonio honoring Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist who was assassinated on September 13, 2025, in Arizona.

The gathering took place at Sombrilla Plaza near the John Peace Library and was organized by UTSA’s Turning Point USA chapter. It drew hundreds of attendees, far exceeding the 250 expected, reflecting the significant impact of Kirk’s death.

The vigil was one of a series of memorial events following the assassination, which has prompted widespread political reactions, including calls for violence from far-right figures such as Laura Loomer.

Kirk’s killing occurred against a backdrop of rising political violence in the United States, with notable incidents in 2024 and 2025.

The public gathering at UTSA contrasted with the private violence of Kirk’s death, serving as a focal point for communal mourning and reflection.

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