Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist and well-known supporter of former President Donald Trump, was killed in a shooting at Utah Valley University on Wednesday. He was 31. Trump confirmed the death in a social media post, describing Kirk as a loyal friend and a trusted voice.
It’s a significant loss, not just politically, but maybe even more so for the cryptocurrency world. Kirk had become one of the most vocal advocates for Bitcoin in conservative circles over the past few years. He wasn’t just a casual commentator; he pushed for real policy changes.
A Strong Voice for Bitcoin
Kirk argued that the U.S. should seriously consider building a strategic Bitcoin reserve. He saw its limited supply and growing use as something that could actually matter on a national level. It wasn’t just talk. He went on podcasts and made the case in interviews, often breaking down complex ideas into pretty simple terms.
On the Iced Coffee Hour Podcast, he said something that stuck with people: “Bitcoin is legitimately scarce, and it is more likely to go to a million than to zero.” He had this way of framing it—comparing Bitcoin’s spread to something like the English language. Once it hits a certain point, he thought, there’s just no stopping it.
More Than Speculation
He often pointed to investor Michael Saylor’s prediction that Bitcoin could see a tenfold increase in the next ten years. But Kirk took it a step further. He suggested something pretty unconventional: using revenue from tariffs to buy Bitcoin. In his view, that could even help chip away at the national debt. A bold idea, for sure.
He wasn’t blind to the risks. He talked about quantum computing and potential threats, but he’d quickly note that banks face those same vulnerabilities. It wasn’t just a crypto problem.
To him, Bitcoin was becoming a safe haven. A real asset in a financial system that has its limits. He placed it firmly outside the category of pure speculation.
An Investigation Underway
His death leaves a gap. He was one of the few prominent political figures making a persistent link between Bitcoin and national policy.
As for the shooting, Utah authorities say two people were arrested and then released. They don’t seem to be connected to the case right now. The Department of Public Safety says the investigation is still active. Not much else is being shared publicly at the moment.
It’s a developing story, and a sudden, grim one. Kirk’s influence, particularly his fusion of political and financial advocacy, won’t be easily replaced.
