Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticized a House resolution honoring Charlie Kirk, arguing it whitewashed his controversial views. The resolution declared Kirk a “courageous American patriot,” but Ocasio-Cortez highlighted his past statements, including opposition to the Civil Rights Act. She condemned the assassination but believed the resolution went too far in portraying Kirk as a figure of national unity. While other figures, such as Donald Trump and J.D. Vance, offered praise and condolences, Ocasio-Cortez maintained her stance against celebrating Kirk’s legacy in a manner that ignored his past remarks.
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Charlie Kirk’s memorial service in Arizona, attended by a multitude of prominent Republicans and Donald Trump, underscored the central role of Christian nationalism in the contemporary Republican Party. The event, marked by expressions of grief and calls for spiritual awakening, highlighted Kirk’s influence on conservative politics and his vision of an America where Christian values would heavily influence law and society. Speakers framed Kirk as a martyr in a battle between good and evil, with Trump declaring a need to root out political violence from the “radical left Democrats.” The service also demonstrated a shift towards a more radical, faith-based approach to governance, solidifying Trump’s control and marginalizing more moderate Republicans.
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At a public memorial service in Arizona on September 21st, Donald Trump delivered a eulogy for the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk. During the speech, Trump recounted Kirk’s alleged final words, which included a plea to “save Chicago” from crime. The former president also mentioned plans to address autism and praised Kirk as a “giant of his generation.” The article also details the tragic circumstances surrounding Kirk’s death, as well as his significant role in conservative circles.
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Following the adoption of a House resolution honoring the legacy of conservative figure Charlie Kirk, Rep. Jasmine Crockett expressed disappointment with her Democratic colleagues. She highlighted that the majority of those who voted against the resolution were people of color, criticizing the perceived failure of white Democrats to oppose the measure. Crockett argued that Kirk’s rhetoric specifically targeted communities of color, making the resolution’s passage particularly hurtful. The resolution, which condemned Kirk’s assassination and celebrated his contributions, was met with significant opposition from some Democrats who disagreed with honoring his work.
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Turning Point USA (TPUSA) attributed a “miracle” to the late Charlie Kirk’s death, claiming a bullet didn’t fully penetrate his body. This explanation, delivered by a TPUSA spokesperson, implied Kirk’s exceptional health prevented an exit wound. Alex Jones, however, vehemently rejected this narrative. Jones criticized the claims, accusing TPUSA of peddling a nonsensical story and comparing it to the Easter Bunny.
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During a memorial service for Charlie Kirk, President Trump delivered a speech that quickly deviated from its intended purpose. While initially praising Kirk, the eulogy morphed into a series of tangents, touching on topics such as tariffs, political opponents, and the “Make America Healthy Again” movement. Trump admitted a key disagreement with Kirk, stating that he did not share his late friend’s desire to find common ground with opponents, a sentiment met with laughter from the audience. The president also used the opportunity to criticize political rivals, tease a potential announcement about autism, and denounce Kirk’s accused killer.
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Rep. Jasmine Crockett expressed disappointment that only two white House representatives voted against a resolution honoring Charlie Kirk, citing his harmful rhetoric targeting people of color. The resolution, which passed with 58 Democrats voting against it, celebrated Kirk’s “life and legacy,” despite his history of making racist remarks and expressing views that were deemed offensive by many. Crockett highlighted Kirk’s personal attacks against her and his promotion of the “great replacement” theory, further solidifying her opposition to the resolution. Other lawmakers, including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and the Congressional Black Caucus, echoed similar concerns, condemning Kirk’s divisive ideology and the resolution’s attempt to legitimize it.
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Oklahoma legislators recently introduced a bill mandating that all public universities construct a “Charlie Kirk Memorial Plaza” with a statue and signage honoring the deceased conservative activist, or face fines. This legislation follows tributes comparing Kirk to civil rights leaders, despite his past criticisms of figures like Martin Luther King Jr. The bill requires legislative approval of the memorial design and includes measures to protect the plaza from vandalism. However, this proposal comes amidst research revealing significant disagreement with Kirk’s views among college students, and criticism from religious leaders who disagree with these comparisons.
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Federal investigators have found no evidence linking Tyler Robinson, the suspected killer of conservative influencer Charlie Kirk, to any left-wing groups. Officials suggest Robinson may have been motivated by personal offense to Kirk’s ideology. Despite the lack of evidence, the Trump administration is using the murder to threaten crackdowns on left-wing groups, with the White House Deputy Chief of Staff vowing to dismantle such networks. Trump has also expressed a desire to label “antifa” a “domestic terror organization,” though “antifa” is not a formal organization.
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Candace Owens Left Out: Online Reactions to Charlie Kirk Memorial
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