In a poignant and deeply personal ceremony in the White House Rose Garden on Tuesday, President Donald Trump posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to conservative leader and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk, on what would have been his 32nd birthday.
After receiving the medal from the president, Erika Kirk, Charlie’s widow, delivered a heartfelt tribute that blended grief with gratitude, transforming the ceremony into a celebration of both her husband’s life and his unwavering faith in the ideals of liberty.
“Today we’re gathered not only to celebrate Charlie’s birthday, but to honor a truth that he gave his entire life to defend — and that’s freedom,” Erika began, her voice steady but reverent.
Read more at Newsmax© 2025 Newsmax. All rights reserved.