Erika Kirk sends defamation warning to far-right activist over murder claims
Erika Kirk, the widow of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, has sent a legal warning to Collin Scott Campbell of Project Constitution. The letter accuses him of defamation over claims linking her to her husband's death and Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking ring. This marks the third such notice she has issued to far-right commentators in recent months.
The cease-and-desist letter, drafted by lawyer Paul Edgard Harold of SouthBank Legal, highlights five posts from Project Constitution's X account. These posts allegedly falsely suggest Erika Kirk's involvement in Charlie Kirk's murder. The letter also challenges Campbell's assertions connecting her to Epstein's crimes, labelling them as baseless.
Campbell responded by arguing that most of his statements fall under protected opinion. He cited the First Amendment in his defence, maintaining that his remarks were personal views rather than factual claims. Erika Kirk and Turning Point USA (TPUSA) have demanded the immediate removal of the posts in question. They are also seeking a public apology from Campbell and Project Constitution for the alleged defamation. This is not the first time Kirk has taken legal action against high-profile right-wing figures. Similar letters were previously sent to Zach De Gregorio and Candace Owens, though details of those exchanges remain unverified.
The dispute centres on Campbell's online statements about Erika Kirk's alleged ties to serious crimes. If unresolved, the matter could escalate into formal legal proceedings. For now, both sides remain firm in their positions, with Kirk pushing for retractions and Campbell standing by his right to free expression.
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