Conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s memorial service took place on Sunday, little more than a week after his murder sent shockwaves through American politics.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s memorial service took place on Sunday, little more than a week after his murder sent shockwaves through American politics.
President Trump called Kirk “immortal” and speakers called him a “martyr.”
Last Updated: September 21, 2025, 7:22 PM EDT
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s memorial service took place on Sunday, little more than a week after his murder sent shockwaves through American politics.
President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance and many top administration officials spoke at the event, which was held at State Farm Stadium in Arizona and drew tens of thousands of mourners.
Kirk, 31, founded Turning Point USA at age 18 and rose to become one of the most prominent conservative voices in the country. His influence, particularly with young people, helped propel Trump to office. But some of his comments on gun violence, LGBTQ issues, race and more often drew criticism from liberals and others.
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16 minutes ago
Trump and Erika Kirk hug on stage as service ends
At the end of his remarks, President Trump called on Erika Kirk to return to the stage.
The two hugged, then stood together as the crowd cheered and the program came to an end.
16 minutes ago
Trump says Charlie Kirk had will to ‘fight, fight, fight’
President Donald Trump said Charlie Kirk was someone who had a “good heart” and the “will to fight, fight, fight.”
“Fight, fight, fight” became a rallying cry for Trump supporters after an attempted assassination attempt on him in July 2024.
29 minutes ago
Trump says violence comes ‘largely from the left’
While speaking at Charlie Kirk’s memorial, President Donald Trump said violence comes “largely from the left.”
Trump said Kirk talked to him about his previous death threats, but told Trump he “knew the risks” but would “never back down.”
29 minutes ago
Trump talks tariffs, autism report, 2020 election
President Trump, in his remarks about Charlie Kirk, strayed from talking about the conservative activist at times, speaking at length about his own administration.
Trump discussed a forthcoming announcement about autism, which he said is going to be “one of the most important news conferences I’ll ever have.” He also touted his tariff policy and again aired grievances about the 2020 election.
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