Trump Jr. invokes Kirk’s killing in Election Day appeal to Republicans

Politics · First reported 3 Nov, 20:58 · Updated 21:34

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Donald Trump Jr. urged Republicans to vote, using Charlie Kirk’s assassination in a social-media appeal. Coverage also notes Trump Jr.’s relationship with Kirk and a similar appeal by podcaster Benny Johnson.

Trump Jr. posted an image of Kirk with a message urging people to vote, and separately told supporters to treat voting as crucial.
Trump Jr. had previously described Kirk as a close friend and paid tribute to him at a Republican convention in September.
Benny Johnson also urged followers to vote, referring to violence against Kirk, Trump and Trump supporters.

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Key facts

Appeal: Trump Jr. urged Republicans to vote in a Tuesday post.
Kirk: The report says Kirk was shot and killed at a Utah Valley University campus event.
Accused gunman: Tyler Robinson is accused and faces trial in Utah on murder charges; prosecutors are seeking the death penalty.