Erika Kirk and Candace Owens Agree to Meet Today Amid Feud
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Before the heated exchanges really hit their stride online, Erika Kirk’s frustrations with conspiracy theories swirling after her husband Charlie Kirk’s assassination were mostly broadcast interviews and viral soundbites. Now, the figurative digital feud is moving into the real world.
In a surprising turn, Erika Kirk has agreed to meet privately with conservative commentator Candace Owens, whose unverified claims about the circumstances of Charlie Kirk’s death have fueled months of controversy and public tension.
Why This Meeting Between Kirk and Owens Matters
Erika’s decision to meet Owens comes after weeks of public appeals for conspiracy theories to stop, including a blunt plea during a televised town hall in which she told commentators like Owens to “Stop.”
Owens — once closely associated with Charlie Kirk and Turning Point USA — has repeatedly promoted several speculative theories about the assassination, including suggestions of betrayal or external involvement, none of which are supported by evidence.
The scheduled private discussion on Monday marks the first time the two women will meet in person since the assassination and subsequent dispute over how the tragedy should be discussed publicly.
Context: From Collaboration to Conflict
Candace Owens and Charlie Kirk were once allies within conservative media circles, with Owens having served as communications director for Turning Point USA — the organisation Kirk founded.
After Charlie’s assassination at a campus event in September, Owens began sharing speculative narratives on her podcasts and social platforms that extended beyond the official account of the attack, including unsubstantiated allegations involving third parties and internal betrayal.
Erika Kirk, now CEO of Turning Point USA and navigating the personal and public fallout of her husband’s death, has repeatedly insisted that such theories cause harm, distract from the facts, and add to her family’s trauma.
What to Expect From the Conversation
Details about how the meeting will be structured have not been released, and both parties appear to have agreed to refrain from issuing statements about the situation until after it concludes.

Observers say the discussion could address the divisions within conservative media over how to handle grief, misinformation, and the responsibilities of influencers in shaping narratives after tragedy. Some see it as an opportunity for clarity or de-escalation, while others acknowledge it could simply cement existing tensions if neither side shifts its position.
Reactions and Rumours Online
The announcement has already generated heavy social-media chatter. Some users on community platforms express skepticism about whether the meeting will accomplish anything, suggesting it could be a publicity move rather than a genuine attempt at resolution. Others hope it may signal a moment of accountability for conspiratorial commentary that has circulated widely since September.
Regardless of the outcome, the face-to-face meeting between Erika Kirk and Candace Owens will be watched closely both by supporters and critics — not just for what is said, but for how it could shift public conversation around grief, misinformation, and political media influence in the aftermath of a high-profile assassination.
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