Erika Kirk said Sunday that she plans to meet privately with commentator Candace Owens, days after publicly urging Owens to stop spreading conspiracy theories about the killing of her husband, conservative activist Charlie Kirk. In a post on X, Erika said the meeting would take place on Monday and that she would pause livestreams and social media activity until after the discussion. The meeting coincides with a Turning Point USA plan to host a livestream addressing online conspiracy theories surrounding Kirk’s death, which has since been paused pending further developments.
The planned discussion follows a series of public claims by Owens disputing the official account of Kirk’s killing at a Turning Point USA event in September. Owens has suggested, without evidence, that the U.S. military, foreign actors, or individuals connected to TPUSA and The Charlie Kirk Show were involved, and has claimed Kirk may have been targeted over shifting foreign policy views. These allegations prompted several of Kirk’s associates to challenge Owens to address them in person. Authorities arrested 22-year-old Tyler Robinson shortly after the shooting; he faces multiple charges, including aggravated murder, and prosecutors are seeking the death penalty.
Erika Kirk has voiced frustration with Owens for sharing the theories with millions of followers, telling Fox News it was unacceptable to target her family and TPUSA associates. Owens responded by dismissing Erika’s remarks and insisting something “weird” occurred. Meanwhile, Republican lawmakers introduced legislation to honor Kirk by renaming a Washington, D.C., street. Rep. Nancy Mace proposed designating “Charlie Kirk Freedom of Speech Plaza,” calling his killing heinous and describing him as a champion of free speech whose legacy should be permanently recognized.