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The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bipartisan resolution honoring the memory of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated on September 10, 2025. Despite substantial support, 58 Democrats opposed the resolution, citing concerns over Kirk’s views. The resolution describes Kirk as a defender of American principles. A memorial service for Kirk is scheduled to take place in Glendale, Arizona, with prominent speakers including former President Donald Trump. Additionally, legislation to rename Loop 202 in Kirk’s honor is in progress.
Arizona – The U.S. House of Representatives passed a resolution on Friday honoring the memory of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated on September 10, 2025. The resolution saw a substantial bipartisan endorsement, with a total of 310 members of Congress voting in favor. However, the vote was not without controversy, as 58 Democrats opposed the resolution, with an additional 38 voting as “present.”
The resolution describes Kirk as a “fierce defender of the American founding and its timeless principles of life, liberty, limited government, and individual responsibility.” Several Democrats who rejected the resolution expressed their concerns over Kirk’s rhetoric and views, although they condemned the political violence he faced.
In Arizona, seven congressional representatives voted in favor of the resolution, including Democrats Yassamin Ansari and Greg Stanton. The state’s five GOP members of Congress also supported the resolution, while Republican Eli Crane did not cast a vote. Overall, 26 members from both parties abstained from voting.
Arizona currently has a total of nine congressional representatives, although one district remains vacant following the death of U.S. Rep. Raúl Grijalva.
Kirk, who had a significant following in Arizona, was the founder of Turning Point USA, an organization operating out of Phoenix. His memorial service is set for Sunday at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, titled “Building a Legacy: Remembering Charlie Kirk.” The event is scheduled to start at 11 a.m. local time, with doors opening three hours earlier to accommodate attendees. Entry to the stadium will be on a “first come, first serve” basis, and arrangements for indoor overflow seating at the Desert Diamond Arena have been made.
Enhanced security measures will be implemented at the memorial service, which could potentially extend waiting times for attendees. To attend, individuals must register via the Turning Point USA website. Several prominent speakers, including Kirk’s widow Erika Kirk, former President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, along with other political and media figures, are expected to speak at the event. Additionally, the memorial will be broadcast on the Fox News Channel and streamed digitally.
In recognition of Kirk’s influence, Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen announced plans to introduce legislation to rename Loop 202 as the “Charlie Kirk Memorial Loop 202.” Petersen emphasized Kirk’s significant impact on the youth and the conservative movement both in Arizona and nationally. The proposal has garnered support from several GOP colleagues and is expected to pass, though it may require multiple legislative sessions to be finalized.
This resolution and upcoming memorial service highlight the deep divide in political opinions surrounding Kirk, as well as the legacy he leaves behind within the conservative movement. While many celebrate his contributions, others express concerns over the impact of his rhetoric and ideology.
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