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A statue of Charlie Kirk erected outside Turning Point USA headquarters was vandalized with red spray paint just days after its unveiling, marking one year since his death. Separately, people who lost their jobs after posting about Kirk's assassination have spoken out, with some winning settlements from employers while others have had to rebuild their careers from scratch. The incidents reflect the continued polarization and controversy surrounding Kirk's death and legacy, with the vandalism and workplace fallout both illustrating ongoing tensions a year after the assassination.