A Texas Tech freshman’s vile outburst at a vigil for slain conservative Charlie Kirk landed her in handcuffs. Camryn Giselle Booker, 18, was caught on video taunting mourners, her actions sparking outrage. Her arrest reveals a clash of values on campus.
The New York Post reported that Booker, a Texas Tech University student, was arrested after disrupting a vigil for Charlie Kirk, who was fatally shot on Wednesday, at Utah Valley University. The 31-year-old conservative influencer, married with two children, was mourned by students when Booker intervened.
She faces charges of battery, disorderly conduct, resisting arrest, and a citation for assault. Kirk’s death shook conservative circles, and the vigil at Texas Tech aimed to honor his legacy.
Booker’s behavior—jumping around and yelling at grieving students—crossed a line from free speech to harassment. Her actions reflect a growing intolerance for differing views.
Booker targeted a man wearing a red MAGA hat during the vigil. She shouted, “F–k y’all homie dead, he got shot in the head.” Such callousness at a memorial exposes a troubling lack of empathy.
The man in the MAGA hat responded, “Evil is real, people — and it kind of looks like that.” His words capture the frustration of mourners faced with Booker’s aggression. He also pleaded, “I want to be left alone,” seeking peace amid grief.
Booker doubled down, denying she was aggressive and claiming, “You’re calling me aggressive because I’m a black woman.” Her deflection sidesteps accountability for her actions. Playing the victim card here feels like a cheap tactic to dodge responsibility.
The Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office swiftly arrested Booker for her conduct. She was charged with battery, disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest, plus an assault citation. A $200 bond secured her release the next day.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott shared an image of Booker in handcuffs, tweeting, “This is what happened to the person who was mocking Charlie Kirk’s assassination at Texas Tech. FAFO.” His blunt “find out” jab underscores a no-nonsense stance on public disorder.
Abbott also praised the university, saying, “Thanks, Texas Tech.” The institution’s quick response signals a commitment to maintaining civility. Cody Campbell, chairman of the Texas Tech board of regents, reinforced this, stating, “We, @TexasTech, are proud of our values and are not afraid to stand up for them.”
Booker’s outburst wasn’t just a personal failing; it highlights a broader cultural rift. Mocking a man’s death—especially a father of two—shows how far some will go to score points. It’s a sad commentary on the state of discourse.
The man in the MAGA hat asked Booker why she was being hateful. His question cuts to the core: why choose cruelty over compassion? Booker’s response offered no clarity, only more defiance.
She told another mourner, “I’m not being emotional, ma’am. Don’t tell me what I am and what I’m not.” Her refusal to engage constructively reveals a mindset closed to dialogue.
Texas Tech’s response, backed by Abbott and Campbell, shows a university unwilling to tolerate chaos. Campbell’s call to “Strive for Honor Evermore” reflects a desire to uphold dignity. Yet, some will see Booker’s arrest as stifling free speech.
The line between expression and harassment is clear here. Booker’s actions weren’t about debate; they were about disrupting grief. Free speech doesn’t grant a license to torment.
Charlie Kirk’s killer, Tyler Robinson, faces his own reckoning, but Booker’s behavior reminds us that division festers closer to home. Texas Tech’s stand against her antics is a small but firm step toward civility. Let’s hope it’s a lesson in consequences, not just a fleeting headline.
