LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — Nearly 100 people gathered on the north steps of the state Capitol on Thursday, honoring the lives lost on 9/11 and paying tribute to Charlie Kirk, who was shot and killed the day before.

“The stuff with Charlie Kirk and what happened yesterday really weighed heavy on my heart,” said Chad Ruhnke, a retired Marine vet. “I knew I needed to do something.”

Pastors led the group in prayer, and several people took the time to speak their minds and share their stories.

Some people said they met Kirk and worked with him in years past. Many were brought to tears.

The event was organized by Nebraskans Against Government Overreach.

Its mission for the vigil was to come together, commiserate over this tragedy and find positive momentum.

“We are standing here because we lov

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