Republican convention pays tribute to Charlie Kirk one year after his killing
Charlie Kirk, a leader of Turning Point USA, was assassinated one year ago. At a Republican convention this week, party members held a tribute to him, with attendees chanting his name. Donald Trump Jr. made a promise related to Kirk at the event. The White House's choice to memorialize Kirk through the convention shapes how his life and political role are understood.
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4 developments- Sep 8Charlie Kirk Death Anniversary Faces Protests: ‘Will Not Stand for This’
- Sep 8Students at Utah college were Kirk was assassinated object to one-year anniversary memorial event
- Sep 10Republican convention pays tribute to Charlie Kirk one year after his killing
- Sep 11Only right-leaning coverage:Donald Trump Jr. Makes a Promise to Charlie Kirk
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Left
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Center
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Right
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