According to local ABC News, gunshots were heard in the hall during the 20th minute of the speech. A bullet hit Kirk in the neck, and he was immediately taken to the hospital.
The details of the incident are currently being investigated. No official information has been provided about Kirk's condition.
For context, Kirk is a well-known Republican and Trump supporter, famous for arriving at universities and clashing with supporters of the US Democratic Party.
He is also an extremely pro-Israel politician.
