US President Donald Trump on Sunday praised conservative activist Charlie Kirk as a "martyr for American freedom" and pledged to continue his legacy.
Trump said, “The violence comes largely from the left,” offering no substantiation.
Her absence was especially noticeable amid the presence of high-ranking figures such as US President Trump, Vice President JD Vance , and several prominent Republicans.
Others who were also absent included Ivanka Trump, the President's daughter, and FBI Chief Kash Patel.
Who attended the memorial?
Among those in attendance were Kirk’s widow and Turning Point USA Chair Erika Kirk, Vice President JD Vance, Elon Musk, U.S. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, and conservative personality Mikey McCoy.
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