Charlie Kirk's widow, Erika, has given a tearful address in which she thanked first responders for trying to save her husband's life after he was fatally shot on a Utah university campus.
In a livestream, standing beside her husband's empty chair that he used during podcast tapings, she quoted the Bible and spoke about his love for President Donald Trump, Vice-President JD Vance, the United States, and the couple's two children.
Kirk, a right-wing activist, was shot dead on Wednesday during an open-air speaking event in Orem, Utah. His suspected killer, Tyler Robinson, was arrested on Thursday night after surrendering to police.
In her remarks, Mrs. Kirk pledged: My husband's voice will remain.
The broadcast from Turning Point USA's headquarters in Arizona began with several minutes of silence, as the camera framed Charlie Kirk's empty chair.
Mrs. Kirk started speaking, looked upwards, and whispered a silent prayer. Then she thanked first responders who tried to save him, her husband's staff, and the White House. Mr President, my husband loved you. And he knew that you loved him too, she said tearfully.
Addressing evil-doers, Mrs. Kirk declared: You have no idea the fire that you have ignited within this wife... If you thought that my husband's mission was powerful before, you have no idea what you just have unleashed across this entire country and this world.
The couple's children were reportedly present during the tragic incident. Erika shared her struggle to explain his sudden death to their toddler. Through tears, she reassured, Baby, daddy loves you so much. Don't you worry. He's on a work trip with Jesus.
Charlie Kirk was known for being a controversial figure in American conservative politics, rallying young activists across the nation.
Trump announced he would award Kirk a posthumous Presidential Medal of Freedom, underscoring his impact on the conservative movement.
Erika Kirk's address serves as both a tribute to her husband's legacy and a rallying cry for continuing his mission.
