President Trump announced at the beginning of his remarks at the Pentagon that slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk will be awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom — the nation’s highest civilian honor — posthumously.
“Charlie was a giant of his generation, a champion of liberty and an inspiration to millions and millions of people,” Trump said.
“I’m pleased to announce that I will soon be awarding Charlie Kirk posthumously the Presidential Medal of Freedom.”
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“Our prayers are with his wonderful wife Erika and his beautiful children,” the president added.
“The date of the ceremony will be announced, and I can only guarantee you one thing, that we will have a very big crowd. Very, very big.”
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