US EditionTrump, Vance to headline memorial service for Charlie Kirk in Arizona
The memorial drew over 70,000 attendees including Trump and senior officials, highlighting Kirk's impact on conservative youth and sparking debates on political violence.
- President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance will attend a memorial service for Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist assassinated on September 10, 2023, attracting tens of thousands of mourners in Arizona.
- Charlie Kirk was shot during a speaking engagement, and the alleged shooter, Tyler Robinson, faces the death penalty; however, a motive has not been confirmed and he expressed in a text that he had 'had enough' of Kirk's views after the crime.
- The memorial service will include speeches from prominent allies, emphasizing Kirk's influence on conservative politics and the mission to reach lost young men.
- The aftermath of Kirk's assassination has ignited discussions on political violence and free speech, with Trump criticizing the 'radical left' and threatening repercussions for those celebrating Kirk's death.
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Tim James: America forgot to 'never forget' (Opinion)
America feels feverish. Every tragedy, every outrage, every breaking headline arrives as tinder in a room already burning. The murder of Charlie Kirk became, almost instantly, a political hammer — and worse, a lie that slotted too neatly into the…
“Christ or Chaos”: Sky News Australia Host Reflects on Charlie Kirk's Memorial · Caldron Pool
Sky News Australia host James Macpherson delivered timely remarks following Sunday’s memorial service for conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, emphasising what he described as the need for a spiritual revival. Referencing the April 8, 1966, Time magazine cover that asked, “Is God dead?”, Macpherson noted, “Well, this morning, 59 years later, the president of the United States told the world that America needs to bring God back.” He added, “We …
VP Vance: ‘Better to Be Persecuted Than Deny the Kingship of Christ’
An estimated 100 million people tuned into Charlie Kirk’s memorial service on Sunday, hearing nearly every speaker proclaim the grace and mercy found through faith in Jesus Christ. In an interview prior to his death, Charlie Kirk said he wanted to be remembered most for “courage for his faith.” After yesterday, his hope has been fulfilled one thousand-fold. In his remarks at the service, Vice President JD Vance said, “I have talked more about Je…
Tens of Millions Heard the Gospel at Charlie Kirk's Memorial Service
More than 90,000 attendees filled State Farm Stadium and overflow venues in Phoenix on Sunday for the memorial service of Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA who was assassinated earlier this month during a campus speaking event. The memorial service, which lasted more than five hours, was broadcast live by six national networks and streamed widely online. On YouTube, Fox News drew 2.4 million views of its li…
Trump, at Kirk memorial service, admits he hates some Americans
Donald Trump on Sunday told an audience of mourners that he hates his opponents — a startling admission for a president of the United States, who represents all citizens. The remarks came at a memorial service in Glendale, Arizona, for assassinated conservative activist Charlie Kirk, following words from his widow, Erika. Despite a litany of racist, misogynistic and homophobic statements Kirk made over the years, she described him as a man of Go…
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