Steve Bannon, hosting the WarRoom, engaged in a raw and emotional conversation with Jack Posobiec following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University. The discussion, set against the backdrop of a nation reeling from the loss of a key MAGA movement figure, captured the shock, grief, and resolve of Kirk’s allies as they processed the tragedy and its implications.
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Jack Posobiec: Charlie Kirk Died Fighting For YOU, Charlie Kirk Died Fighting For Jesus, Charlie Kirk Died Fighting For This Country @JackPosobiec pic.twitter.com/NfeThQi9HO
— Bannon’s WarRoom (@Bannons_WarRoom) September 10, 2025
Posobiec, who was live on air when news of Kirk’s shooting broke, described the chaotic influx of information, likening it to a battlefield scenario where emotions are shelved to focus on facts. Kirk was gunned down at approximately 12:15 PM MDT while debating college students, a hallmark of his relentless engagement with young conservatives.
Posobiec emphasized Kirk’s unwavering commitment, recalling how, despite warnings after the Butler assassination attempt on President Trump, Kirk refused to retreat, stating, "I’m never going to quit.” This defiance defined Kirk, who, at 31, was a pivotal leader in mobilizing a generation for the MAGA cause.
The conversation highlighted Kirk’s role as a "happy warrior,” never raising a hand in anger but engaging opponents with conviction and civility. Posobiec noted Kirk’s ability to connect personally with detractors, seeking to communicate rather than humiliate.
This approach, rooted in his Christian faith, made Kirk a unique figure—a grinder who built Turning Point USA into a political powerhouse, instrumental in President Trump’s 2024 victory. Bannon and Posobiec condemned the media, particularly MSNBC’s Matthew Dowd and Van Jones, for suggesting Kirk’s rhetoric incited the violence. They labeled the assassination an "unhuman” act, part of a pattern of left-wing political violence, referencing incidents like Butler and West Palm.
Posobiec’s voice cracked as he mourned his friend, recounting Kirk’s dedication to health, theology debates, and the movement. Kirk’s final act—picking up a microphone to rebut a critic—encapsulated his life’s mission: fighting for truth, faith, and America. Bannon underscored Kirk’s irreplaceable impact, noting his ability to inspire tens of thousands at Turning Point events, including President Trump’s appearance in Phoenix.
The duo vowed that Kirk’s legacy would endure, with Posobiec declaring, "The movement Charlie started will never die.” They called for the "next man up” to carry forward, urging young conservatives to honor Kirk by intensifying their fight for freedom and justice.
The discussion also addressed the broader context of escalating political violence. Posobiec referenced historical assassinations—JFK, MLK, RFK—suggesting Kirk’s death marks an inflection point in American history. Bannon echoed this, warning that the radical left’s tactics, inspired by figures like Mao, signal a desperate bid to retain power through violence. They demanded justice, not vengeance, and criticized the FBI’s failure to apprehend the shooter, believed to be a professional based on the precision of the 200-yard shot.
As the WarRoom transitioned to John Solomon, Bannon and Posobiec reaffirmed their resolve, quoting Kirk’s imagined words from above: "Get to work.” The movement, they insisted, would not flinch, ensuring Kirk’s sacrifice fuels a renewed fight for the republic.
