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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Mike Bedigan

Trump reveals impact of Charlie Kirk’s death on son Barron

  • Barron Trump was "very hurt" by the death of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, his father, President Donald Trump, revealed.
  • Trump said that his youngest son had requested to meet Kirk, 31, and was "full of praise" for him after their arranged lunch.
  • Trump previously credited Barron with influencing his strategy to secure the youth vote by suggesting appearances on "manosphere" podcasts.
  • Charlie Kirk was assassinated last week during an event at Utah Valley University, with shooting suspect Tyler Robinson now in custody.
  • Vice President JD Vance is hosting a tribute show from the White House in Kirk’s honour.

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