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Young Republicans reflect on Charlie Kirk's legacy
The article highlights the discussion about the assassination of Charlie Kirk, moderated by the Young Republicans in California.
Young Republicans reflect on Charlie Kirk's legacy
Today, September 12, 2025, the news of the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk weighs heavily on the shoulders of young Republicans. Appearing on 23ABC News, Matthew Martin, chairman of the Kern County Young Republicans, and Madeline Abernathy, Central Valley director of the CA Young Republicans, reflected on their memories of Kirk and the impact of his sudden death on the conservative movement.
The discussion took place at 6 a.m. Thursday morning and touched on the message Kirk was trying to convey as well as the Republican direction at hand. Martin and Abernathy were shocked the moment they learned of the shooting that took Kirk's life. That's how strong the impression these events have left is.
Influential conservative voice
Charlie Kirk was not only a central figure in the conservative spectrum, but also had a significant influence on the media landscape. He spoke out on controversial topics and supported Donald Trump's baseless claim that the 2020 election was stolen. Kirk played an active role in urging Republicans in the Arizona Legislature to send fake electors to have their votes counted on January 6, 2021. His organization also transported supporters to a rally in Washington that ultimately resulted in the violent insurrection at the Capitol, as detailed by NBC News.
Additionally, Kirk was the brains behind the successful podcast “The Charlie Kirk Show,” which was listened to by over a million people daily. With his bestsellers like “The MAGA Doctrine” and “Rightwing Revolution,” Kirk felt deeply rooted in the conservative movement. He was also active in the 2024 election campaign and organized events that acted as Trump rallies.
The pressure on the Republicans
Amid these turbulent times, there are also domestic challenges. Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio was recently nominated to be Speaker of the House of Representatives. But the election is characterized by a certain degree of chaos, as there have already been several votes and even the removal of former speaker Kevin McCarthy. Conservative media such as Fox News and presenter Sean Hannity are very active and are putting pressure on MPs who might vote against Jordan. Hannity personally calls representatives and calls on his followers to mobilize for Jordan. The entire political dynamic is increasingly dominated by media presence and the pursuit of attention, according to [fr.de](https://www.fr.de/politik/wie-conservative-medien-das-chaos-bei-den- republicanern-anheizten-zr-92584388.html).
The situation surrounding Jordan's nomination is not only a question of power, but also shows the increased role of media figures in the Republican political process. Some lawmakers have changed their minds about Jordan's support, a sign of how much the media landscape can influence political decisions. Chaos appears to be the new normal, due in part to the extraordinary circumstances surrounding the nomination of a speaker - the first election to be decided in 15 rounds in nearly two centuries.
Given the shocking developments surrounding Charlie Kirk and the current political turmoil, many are asking: Where do the Republicans really stand? The answers will likely emerge in the coming weeks as the party tries to rediscover its voice and direction.