Prominent conservatives praised Charlie Kirk as a “great American hero” and “martyr” for freedom as more than 60,000 gathered Sunday evening to honor the slain political activist, podcaster and radio host whose work they say they must now advance.

The memorial service for Kirk drew everyone from the President and Vice President to young people shaped by the 31-year-old firebrand.

“He’s a martyr now for America’s freedom,” Trump said in his tribute. “I know I speak for everyone here today when I say that none of us will ever forget Charlie. And neither now will history.”

Speakers highlighted Kirk’s profound faith and his strong belief that young conservatives need to get married, have children and pass on their values to keep building their movement.

Those close to Kirk prayed and the f

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