This past Sunday, Glendale, Arizona, played host to a significant remembrance event for Charlie Kirk, a key figure in today’s conservative movement. Various notable attendees, like Susie Wiles, the White House chief of staff, emphasized the pivotal role Kirk played in helping Donald Trump secure the presidency.
Among the distinguished guests were Trump and several top officials from his administration. They shared anecdotes about their strong ties to Kirk, stating that many had received daily Bible verses from him through text. Kirk was also recognized for advocating for JD Vance’s nomination as vice president and for integrating figures like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard into the MAGA team.
Trump was present for the majority of the memorial, along with Vance. Near Trump were influential figures like House Speaker Mike Johnson (R., La.), Senator Mike Lee (R., Utah), Dr. Mehmet Oz, who oversees the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Steve Witkoff, the president’s envoy to the Middle East, and several top White House aides.
Tech titan Elon Musk was also spotted at the event, engaging in conversation with Trump, with whom he had previously collaborated in the administration before parting ways earlier this year. Other notable attendees included Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Education Secretary Linda McMahon, and Corey Lewandowski, a significant figure in the Department of Homeland Security.
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