Trump to Attend Memorial for Right-Wing Activist Charlie Kirk, Founder of Turning Point USA

Trump to Join Thousands at Memorial for Right-Wing US Activist Charlie Kirk Glendale, Arizona - Tens of thousands of people are expected to attend a memorial service in Arizona on Sunday for Charlie Kirk, the right-wing United States activist and founder of Turning Point USA who was shot dead this month. The event will take place at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, which seats more than 63,000 people. President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and several other Republicans will address the gathering, which Turning Point USA has called "Building a Legacy: Remembering Charlie Kirk." Organizers said additional space has been arranged nearby to accommodate overflow crowds. The memorial service is expected to be one of the largest gatherings in recent memory for a conservative activist. "We are honored that President Trump and Vice President Vance will join us in celebrating Charlie's life and legacy," said Turning Point USA spokesperson, Drew Holden. "Charlie was a true patriot and a champion of free speech, and we are committed to carrying on his work." Kirk, 38, was shot dead on September 10, 2025, at a university event in Utah. The shooting sparked widespread outrage and condemnation from conservative leaders and activists. The memorial service is expected to be a significant event for the conservative movement, with many prominent figures in attendance. "Charlie Kirk was a trailblazer for our movement," said Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX). "His passion and dedication to promoting conservative values inspired countless young people across the country." Background: Charlie Kirk founded Turning Point USA in 2015 at the age of 24. The organization has since become one of the largest and most influential conservative groups in the United States, with a focus on promoting free speech, limited government, and individual liberty. The shooting of Charlie Kirk has raised concerns about the safety of conservative activists and the increasing polarization of American politics. "We need to take a step back and reflect on the kind of rhetoric we're using as a society," said Dr. Kathleen Hall Jamieson, director of the Annenberg Public Policy Center at the University of Pennsylvania. "The kind of language that's being used by some conservative leaders is incendiary and can have real-world consequences." The memorial service is expected to be a significant event for the conservative movement, with many prominent figures in attendance. The event will also serve as a reminder of the importance of promoting free speech and protecting individual liberty. Current Status: The memorial service is scheduled to take place on Sunday at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. President Trump, Vice President Vance, and several other Republicans are expected to address the gathering. Tens of thousands of people are expected to attend the event. Additional space has been arranged nearby to accommodate overflow crowds. Next Developments: The memorial service is expected to be a significant event for the conservative movement. The shooting of Charlie Kirk has raised concerns about the safety of conservative activists and the increasing polarization of American politics. The event will serve as a reminder of the importance of promoting free speech and protecting individual liberty. *Reporting by Aljazeera.*