President Donald Trump posthumously awarded conservative activist Charlie Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom in an emotional Rose Garden ceremony coinciding with Kirk’s 32nd birthday. His widow, Erika Kirk, accepted the honor and shared their daughter’s touching birthday message, as Trump called Kirk a “martyr for truth and freedom.”
At a memorial service in Arizona, President Donald Trump and thousands of mourners honored Charlie Kirk, hailing him as an “American hero.” Erika Kirk forgave her husband’s accused killer, while speakers emphasized faith, conservative unity, and Kirk’s enduring political legacy.
Days after Charlie Kirk’s assassination at Utah Valley University, his widow Erika Kirk has been appointed as CEO of Turning Point USA. She vowed to continue his conservative mission, while preparations are underway for a massive public funeral in Arizona. Here’s everything to know about Erika’s new role, Charlie Kirk’s legacy, and funeral details.