Man arrested for threatening to kill Erika Kirk at TPUSA event in Texas
A 26-year-old man was arrested for threatening to kill Erika Kirk, the widow of murdered activist Charlie Kirk, at an upcoming event in Texas. Jacob Wenske allegedly made violent comments on social media regarding Kirk, which were taken seriously due to his background in valet services. This incident highlights the ongoing climate of political hostility and threats against public figures.
- ▪Jacob Wenske was arrested for making threats against Erika Kirk on social media.
- ▪He allegedly posted comments indicating knowledge of how to carry out a bombing at the event.
- ▪Wenske has a history of expressing violent hostility toward Turning Point-affiliated individuals.
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News Man arrested for threatening to kill Erika Kirk at TPUSA event in Texas A 26-year-old Texan posted on social media about the wife of murdered Charlie Kirk that 'I know exactly where to bomb' and 'I can't wait to be the valet for her escort' next week in San Antonio. Mrs. Erika Kirk appears onstage during the memorial service for her husband, political activist Charlie Kirk at State Farm Stadium on September 21, 2025, in Glendale, ArizonaPhoto by Joe Raedle/Getty Images CalvinFreiburger 0 Calvin Freiburger Comments 0 Fri May 29, 2026 - 5:13 pm EDT SAN ANTONIO, Texas (LifeSiteNews) – A 26-year-old Texas resident was arrested Wednesday and charged with allegedly threatening to kill Erika Kirk at an upcoming event.
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