President Donald Trump posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to conservative activist Charlie Kirk on what would have been Kirk's 32nd birthday. Kirk's widow, Erika Kirk, accepted the award during a ceremony at the White House. She expressed gratitude to President Trump for honoring her husband in a "profound and meaningful way" and for prioritizing the event amidst Middle East peace efforts.
During the ceremony, President Trump delivered a speech that included praise for Kirk, himself, and his administration. He also commented on the sound of emergency vehicle sirens in Washington, D.C., calling it a "good sound" and a sign of reduced crime. The State Department had previously revoked visas from six foreigners for making derogatory comments about Kirk's assassination. Erika Kirk also sh... download the app to read more
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