Donald Trump attended Charlie Kirk’s funeral in Arizona, where he stated that his approach to opponents differs from the slain activist’s, sparking controversy.
Charlie Kirk’s Funeral and Trump’s Remarks
Donald Trump attended the funeral of Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist, in Glendale, Arizona, on September 21. During the eulogy, Trump stated that his philosophy regarding opponents differs from Kirk’s. Trump said, “I don’t agree with Charlie on this. I hate my opponent. And I don’t want the best for him.”
Charlie Kirk’s Mission Continues
Charlie Kirk’s wife, Erika Kirk, announced that she will take over as the general director and chairman of the board of Turning Point USA, a conservative organization co-founded by her husband. She stated that the world needs a group that can guide young people away from a path of “misery and sin.”
The Assassination of Charlie Kirk
Charlie Kirk was shot and seriously injured in the neck on September 10 at the Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, during a speaking engagement. The incident occurred when a gunman opened fire after Kirk was asked about the number of “serial shooters” in the last 10 years.
Charlie Kirk’s Views and Activism
Charlie Kirk was known for his conservative views, which included criticism of feminism, immigration, and Islam. He also supported access to firearms and criticized Democrats, stating that the American Democratic Party “hates this country” and wants it to “fall apart.”
