The tragic loss of Charlie Kirk has left a significant void in conservative media, but the Salem Radio Network has announced its plan to fill the midday slot.
This is a developing story, but here's what we know so far. Following the assassination of Charlie Kirk earlier this year, Salem Radio Network has chosen CNN commentator Scott Jennings and Breitbart News editor-in-chief Alex Marlow to take over his midday radio slot.
Starting in January, Alex Marlow will host from noon to 1 p.m. EST, and Scott Jennings will extend his show from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. EST, according to an exclusive report from Axios. Both Jennings and Marlow have expressed their gratitude and excitement about the opportunity. Jennings acknowledged the importance of the time slot, while Marlow reflected on his time as a guest on Kirk's show.
But here's where it gets controversial...
Charlie Kirk was assassinated on September 10th while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University. After his death, his wife, Erika Kirk, took over as CEO of Turning Point USA. The organization has seen a surge in interest since Kirk's passing, with over 32,000 inquiries submitted to start Turning Point chapters, according to Andrew Kolvet, a spokesperson for Turning Point USA. Kolvet also noted that Kirk's vision of having a Club America chapter in every high school in America is likely to be realized sooner than anticipated.
And this is the part most people miss...
The impact of Kirk's death is still being felt, and the choices made by Salem Radio Network reflect the ongoing efforts to shape the future of conservative media.
What do you think about the changes? Do you agree with the choices made by Salem Radio Network? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
