Trump Honors Charlie Kirk with Special Mention of Calgary

In a heartfelt tribute, former U.S. President Donald Trump commemorated the life of slain activist Charlie Kirk during a large service on Sunday, and he spotlighted an emotional prayer gathering in Calgary that recently took place.

Calgary's Moment of Unity

While discussing Kirk's impactful legacy, Trump highlighted a poignant prayer service held in Calgary just a week prior. "Charlie would have been so pleased to hear his friends and colleagues giving testimony and giving glory to God," he remarked, reflecting on the emotional atmosphere surrounding Kirk's untimely death.

A Global Outpouring of Support

Trump continued, illustrating the massive ripple effect of Kirk’s legacy: "In the days since Charlie’s death, we’ve witnessed how his life touched millions worldwide. In Calgary, thousands gathered at City Hall to sing the American national anthem and held up signs emblazoned with Charlie Kirk’s name. Meanwhile, in Seoul, South Korea, crowds waved American flags exclaiming, ‘We are for Charlie Kirk!’"

The Calgary Gathering: A Show of Strength and Solidarity

The gathering in Calgary occurred on September 14, the memorial filled with prayer, song, and vibrant posters honoring Kirk, who tragically lost his life on September 10 during a speaking event in Utah. Reports indicate that the attendance in Calgary ranged from hundreds to potentially two thousand people, many of whom held candles and supportive signs declaring, 'This is our turning point.' Kirk was the founder of Turning Point USA, a prominent conservative organization for students.

Tributes Stretch Across Canada

In addition to Calgary, similar memorials took place in other Canadian cities, including Edmonton, Lethbridge, Toronto, and Vancouver. Each event echoed with sentiments of unity and remembrance for Kirk.

A Grand Memorial in Arizona

On the same day as his Calgary tribute, tens of thousands converged in Glendale, Arizona, for a large memorial service where Trump also delivered remarks. This gathering was just one of many ways people continue to honor and celebrate Kirk's enduring legacy.

Calgary's 'Slow Roll' Procession

Another heartfelt event took place in Calgary, featuring a procession of vehicles performing a ‘slow roll’ from Westhills Town Centre to McKenzie Town Centre. The organizers expressed their solidarity as they stated, 'We can’t be at Charlie’s funeral in Arizona but we can be there in spirit at this time.' Their message was clear: 'We are all Charlie Kirk now.'