Erika Kirk Breaks Silence on Viral Hug with JD Vance: 'My Love Language is Touch'

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Erika Kirk, the widow of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, has spoken out about the emotional hug she shared with US Vice President JD Vance at a Turning Point USA event in October. The moment sparked rumors of a romantic relationship, but Kirk has clarified that the gesture was simply a gesture of kindness and affection. Kirk's husband, Charlie, was tragically shot and killed in September while giving a speech at Utah Valley University. The couple's 10-year-old son was also injured in the attack. During an interview with Megyn Kelly in Arizona, Kirk addressed the online speculation surrounding the hug with Vance. She emphasized that her 'love language is touch' and explained that she often greets people with a hug and a blessing, which she believes shows that they need a hug more than anyone else. Kirk also spoke about the similarities she perceives between Vance and her late husband, stating that she feels fortunate to have introduced him at the TPUSA event. She has since taken on the role of CEO at Turning Point USA, a youth-led organization founded by her late husband. The organization recently honored Charlie Kirk with the Presidential Medal of Honor posthumously, a recognition of his contributions to the conservative movement.