Summary
President Donald Trump will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom posthumously to conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a White House event on October 14, which would have been Kirk's 32nd birthday. Kirk was shot and killed last month while speaking at Utah Valley University. The award highlights Kirk's influence and relationship with the Trump administration.
Key Facts
- President Trump will give the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Charlie Kirk on October 14.
- Charlie Kirk was a conservative activist and co-founder of Turning Point USA.
- Kirk was shot and killed on September 10, 2025, during an event in Utah.
- The suspect in the shooting, Tyler Robinson, faces charges including aggravated murder.
- The Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian award in the U.S.
- This is the first time Trump awards the Medal of Freedom during his second term.
- Observances and memorials for Kirk will occur in Arizona and other places.
- The White House will stream the ceremony live online.
