The United States is still in shock after the assassination of the conservative figure Charlie Kirk who was murdered by a sniper on Wednesday at Utah Valley University. Former President Donald Trump referred to killing as a heinous act in a video statement, and Utah Governor Spencer Cox referred to it as a political assassination. The gunman remains at large.
With the country still digesting the assassination of the 31-year-old Turning Point USA co-founder, influencer, and OnlyFans sensation, Mia Monroe threw her own stinging words into the discussion. Monroe posted in her Instagram story:
“I guess if the dead kids don’t make you angry about gun violence, at least Charlie Kirk brought it out of you. Thoughts & prayers though!”
The comment instantly attracted applause and criticism, some sentiments describing what Monroe said as fearless honesty and others calling it heartless.
The Shooting That Shook America.
Kirk was shot in full view in broad daylight during a question-and-answer session with students at UVU. It has been reported that the long-range shot was discharged on the Losee building when Kirk was starting to answer a question from a student about the mass shootings. The incident was one of over 60 other debates Kirk had done around U.S. campuses, which were frequently well-circulated on social media.
A father of two, Kirk had been a podcast host, regular on cable news, and among the best-known young figures in conservative politics, notching 15 billion social media views in 2024 alone. Political leaders have framed his assassination as a new cut in an already split America on the 24th anniversary of 9/11.
The shooter was promised that he would face justice by Governor Cox, who reminded the people: We still have the death penalty here in the state of Utah.
Monroe: Millionaire Creator, Chemistry Student.
Even though the sad story of the demise of Kirk is a dark side of American politics, the commentary of Mia Monroe comes to the same issue with a completely opposite end of the internet culture. The 27-year-old has established a multi-million dollar business as a content creator and entrepreneur, merging fitness, travelling, and lifestyle content with open accounts of her business experiences.
Her ascension was not standard at all. Monroe, who was originally a student of chemistry, switched to creating content, a gambit she refers to as one of the best decisions she ever made. She makes six figures a month today, has a fleet of luxury cars, and is building a $2 million dream home in Arizona for her mother.
“I’m here to entertain, educate, and show that with the right mindset, you can build the life you’ve always dreamed of,” Monroe told The Blast in a recent interview.
Controversy of Speaking Out.
The post by Monroe about the death of Kirk on her Instagram story is an exploitation of the same type of blunt authenticity that has brought her online fame. Most of the influencers avoid touching politics, but Monroe has demonstrated a desire to express her thoughts, even when it can lead to criticism.
Her comments to supporters highlight the anger of young Americans over gun violence and hypocrisy in politics. They sound cold and opportunistic to those who dislike her. In any case, it is a reaction testifying to the power of Monroe: when she speaks, her 1.5 million supporters listen and multiply.
