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DMV leaders react after conservative activist Charlie Kirk shot in Utah

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Right-wing activist Charlie Kirk was shot while at an event at Utah Valley University (UVU).

In the moments after news broke of the shooting, local leaders in D.C., Maryland and Virginia took to social media to express their hope for Kirk’s recovery.

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Maryland

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) condemned the attack, posting on X:

I condemn in the strongest possible terms the attack on Charlie Kirk this afternoon at Utah Valley University. As I have said in the past and as I will continue to say: Political violence is never acceptable. Ever.

The First Lady and I are praying for him and his family at this time.
@GovWesMoore

Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) wrote on X, “Violence is never the answer. It is never acceptable. Never.”

Virginia

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin posted a statement on X, writing, “Suzanne and I are praying for Charlie Kirk and his family.”

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The Republican Party of Virginia also extended its prayers to Kirk and his family, writing, “Political violence has no place in our country.”

Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears (R), a candidate for Governor, posted on X:

Please keep Charlie Kirk in your prayers. He’s a husband, a young father, and someone who cares deeply about our country. Praying for him and his family.
@winwithwinsome

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