Texas Tech Student Arrested and Expelled After Disrupting Charlie Kirk Memorial – What It Means for Campus Free Speech
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| Texas Tech Student Arrested and Expelled After Disrupting Charlie Kirk Memorial |
A student at Texas Tech University was arrested and expelled in September 2025 after a disruptive outburst during a campus vigil for conservative figure Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated earlier that month. The incident has ignited national debate over free speech, student conduct, and political expression on college campuses.
On September 12, students gathered at Texas Tech’s Student Union Building to honor Charlie Kirk. During the event, Camryn Giselle Booker, 18, allegedly shouted offensive remarks and physically confronted another attendee by flicking his hat. The moment was captured on video and quickly went viral.
Campus police arrested Booker for simple assault, a misdemeanor offense. She was booked into the Lubbock County Jail and released the next day on $200 bond.
Texas Tech confirmed that Booker is no longer enrolled. In a public statement, the university condemned the behavior:
“Any behavior that denigrates victims of violence is reprehensible and does not align with our values.”
The school emphasized its commitment to maintaining a respectful and safe campus environment.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott weighed in on social media, reposting the video and praising Texas Tech’s response:
“Definitely picked the wrong school to taunt the death of Charlie Kirk.”
The governor also called for disciplinary action at Texas State University, where another student was seen mocking Kirk’s death in a separate video.
The incident has sparked intense debate. Supporters of Booker argue that her actions fall under protected speech, while critics say her behavior constituted harassment and disruption of a peaceful memorial.
Legal experts note that while public universities must uphold First Amendment rights, they also have the authority to enforce conduct policies that protect students from targeted aggression.
Charlie Kirk was fatally shot on September 10 at Utah Valley University. The suspect, Tyler Robinson, was apprehended after his father identified him from surveillance footage. The killing has sent shockwaves through political circles and intensified scrutiny of campus activism.
The arrest and expulsion of a Texas student following the Charlie Kirk vigil disruption underscores the complex intersection of free speech, student behavior, and political tension in 2025. As universities navigate these challenges, the balance between expression and accountability remains a defining issue.
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