Chicago – September 21, 2025
The MAGA movement will bid farewell to Charlie Kirk with a hometown funeral at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, drawing tens of thousands of mourners and top Republican figures.
Kirk, the 31-year-old co-founder of Turning Point USA and a prominent leader in conservative youth politics, was fatally shot on September 10 while speaking at Utah Valley University. His passing has sent shockwaves throughout the Republican Party and highlighted ongoing concerns about political violence in America.
President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and several senior officials are scheduled to deliver remarks at the ceremony, underscoring Kirk’s deep ties to the MAGA movement and his influence on Republican politics.
The memorial will also feature comments from Kirk’s widow, Erika Kirk, who was recently named CEO of Turning Point USA, as supporters gather to honor his legacy. Security for the event matches Super Bowl levels, reflecting the gravity and scale of the memorial.
Kirk’s funeral is not only a personal tribute but marks a pivotal moment for the conservative movement he helped shape, as leaders vow to continue his work amid growing national divisions.
