A metal sculpture of Charlie Kirk, created by Italian artist Sergio Furnari, is slated for unveiling in New York City’s Times Square on September 10. This planned dedication has coincided with a circulating rumor suggesting that Kirk’s widow, Erika Kirk, who also serves as CEO of Turning Point USA (TPUSA), has expressed a desire for a similar monument in her own honor.
The rumor, which gained traction on social media platforms like X, includes an alleged quote attributed to Erika Kirk: “I deserve one too.” This has ignited a flurry of online discussion, with many users reacting with mockery, while a smaller number have voiced support for the idea, contributing to the belief among some that the claim is true. Others have expressed skepticism and called for verification.
However, an examination of the claim reveals it to be false. There is no credible evidence, such as official statements, social media posts from Erika Kirk or TPUSA, or reports from reputable news organizations, to substantiate the assertion that she has requested a statue. Searches for such a statement have yielded no relevant results from established media outlets.
Further investigation indicates that the origin of this claim can be traced to a satire account on X known as ‘Hoops Crave,’ which explicitly identifies itself as a source of satire. This finding, coupled with the absence of corroborating information from reliable sources, leads to the conclusion that the claim is untrue. A fact check confirms that the post was a humorous commentary, satirizing Erika Kirk’s prominence in the wake of her husband’s death and her leadership of the organization.
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