Video of Charlie Kirk Advocating for Gun Rights in USA Resurfaces After His Fatal Shooting

• Charlie Kirk was an American political YouTuber best known for debating college students on various issues, including gun control
• The conservative American activist tragically lost his life in a shooting while speaking at Utah Valley University
• Social media was ablaze as a past video of Charlie Kirk sharing his stance on gun rights in America amassed over 16 million views

American Charlie Kirk's assassination made international waves as he was shot publicly. Former American president Barack Obama released a statement about the public murder of the vocal conservative YouTuber.

A past video of Charlie Kirk explaining his stance on the right to own a gun despite the dangers went viral. Online users shared their thoughts on the tip in the Context of the way he died on 10 September 2025.

A video posted by @Ronxyz00 on X shows Charlie Kirk on stage declaring his support for the Second Amendment right, the right to bear arms, in the American Constitution. He explained that even though easier access to guns in America resulted in gun deaths, it was worth it to secure the Second Amendment. He said:

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"You are not going to get gun deaths to zero; it will not happen. You can significantly reduce them by having more fathers in the homes, having more armed guards in front of schools."

Charlie Kirk's support for guns sparks debate

People discussed Charlie Kirk, with some criticising him for being pro-gun. Online users came to his defence, clarifying Charlie's position on the Second Amendment. Watch the old video of Charlie supporting gun ownership below:

@juneiper68 reacted to Charlie's hot take:

"At least he was OK being shot."

@runningmoron commented:

"Great. Congratulations to the shooter for turning him into a martyr then."

@squonyx was convinced Charlie would never have changed his mind:

"And he would still say this today, if he had lived."

@sea_change111 was curious:

"If Kirk pulled through this, I wonder if he'd have a different view on gun control. As much as I detest Kirk's views, I find it abhorrent that someone who opposes his views thought gun violence was the answer. "

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@whoisbmarshall explained Charlie's position:

"His point is that without the 2nd Amendment, there would be more deaths and bigger consequences."

@faithammo added:

"The man spoke for a living, and the Left can’t handle losing debates/"

@MachineGoPing was moved:

"Charlie Kirk is right, and despite the horrific events of today, he would still support that position."

@WePaisleyCircus

"Your point? Find the professional sniper and get back to us with something that has a shred of substance."

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• Political activist Charlie Kirk is survived by his wife, Erika Frantzve, who detailed how intentional he was when they started dating.

Source: Briefly News