BYU grad who built Charlie Kirk statue responds to vandalism
September 15, 2026 at 5:02 AM MT · via Deseret News · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting
A Utah sculptor who graduated from Brigham Young University responded to the vandalization of his memorial to conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Turning Point USA headquarters, according to Deseret News. The sculptor discussed his work and reaction to the damage.
Kirk is founder of Turning Point USA, a conservative advocacy organization active on college campuses. The statue was recently installed at the organization's facility.
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