Erika Kirk and Candace Owens are meeting privately today after weeks of escalating tension sparked by Owens’s repeated podcast claims suggesting that Charlie Kirk’s assassination may have been an inside job. The assassination conspiracy theories have deeply angered and hurt Kirk’s widow while sending shockwaves through conservative media circles.
The Candace Owens and Erika Kirk meeting, confirmed by both women, comes after Owens used multiple high-profile podcast appearances to cast doubt on the official account of Charlie Kirk’s killing, despite an ongoing criminal case against the suspected assassin charged in the Charlie Kirk fatal shooting. Owens’s remarks quickly went viral, prompting backlash from conservatives who accused her of exploiting a tragedy—and placing Erika Kirk in the unenviable position of having to publicly defend her late husband’s memory while still in mourning.
Candace Owens and I are meeting for a private, in-person discussion on Monday, December 15. @RealCandaceO and I have agreed that public discussions, livestreams, and tweets are on hold until after this meeting. I look forward to a productive conversation. Thank you.
— Erika Kirk (@MrsErikaKirk) December 15, 2025
Erika Kirk has consistently struck a measured tone about the Charlie Kirk conspiracy theories and Candace Owens podcasts. Rather than responding with personal attacks, Kirk has focused on pushing back against what she views as reckless speculation that compounds grief and distorts the facts.
In announcing the private meeting, Erika Kirk said she hoped for a respectful and constructive conversation. “Candace Owens and I are meeting privately to discuss her claims and the impact they’ve had,” Kirk said in a statement. “My priority is protecting my family, honoring Charlie’s legacy, and stopping the spread of false narratives that cause real harm.”
Candace Owens and Charlie Kirk were once close allies. Owens previously supported Turning Point USA, appeared at its events, and praised Kirk as a fearless voice for conservative youth. Their relationship deteriorated over time amid ideological differences and personal rifts, but the fallout intensified dramatically after Charlie Kirk’s assassination.
Owens has defended her comments by framing them as legitimate questions rather than accusations. In recent remarks, Candace Owens said, “As someone who knew Charlie and worked alongside him, I believe asking hard questions is not disrespect—it’s accountability.” She has also insisted that her audience deserves transparency, even as critics argue her approach veers into conspiracy.
For Erika Kirk, however, the issue is not political disagreement but the human cost of public speculation. Friends of the family say she has been particularly disturbed by how quickly rumors gained traction online, often detached from verified facts or ongoing legal proceedings.
Those close to Erika Kirk describe her as determined to confront the situation head-on rather than allow it to spiral further. “I won’t allow Charlie’s death to be turned into content or conjecture,” she said in a recent comment attributed to her. “This isn’t a debate topic. It’s our real life.”
I am very much looking forward to this discussion. 🙌 https://t.co/SPORzksLAW
— Candace Owens (@RealCandaceO) December 15, 2025
The meeting marks a rare pause in a Erika Kirk and Candace Owens feud that had largely played out in public, fueled by social media clips, podcast segments, and dueling supporters. Both Kirk and Owens agreed to refrain from further commentary ahead of the discussion, signaling at least a temporary de-escalation.
Observers note that Erika Kirk’s decision to meet privately—rather than continue the exchange online—has been widely viewed as a display of restraint and resolve. Supporters have praised Kirk for maintaining dignity under pressure while navigating grief in the public eye. Kirk has made clear she will not tolerate continued speculation about her husband’s death.
For Erika Kirk, the stakes are deeply personal. For Candace Owens, the moment may test the limits of provocation versus responsibility. And for those watching closely, the outcome could shape how one of the movement’s most painful chapters is discussed going forward.
