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Trump and Leaders Honor Charlie Kirk's Spiritual Legacy

12/9/2025

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Following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Turning Point USA hosted a memorial attended by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Dr. Ben Carson and Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted Kirk's spiritual legacy.
Barna Group CEO David Kinnaman noted a surge in church attendance linked to Kirk's death.
Kirk's widow, Erika, urged new believers to nurture faith.
A survey found 18% of American adults became more spiritually active after the assassination.

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Following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Turning Point USA hosted a memorial attended by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Dr. Ben Carson and Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted Kirk's spiritual legacy.
Barna Group CEO David Kinnaman noted a surge in church attendance linked to Kirk's death.
Kirk's widow, Erika, urged new believers to nurture faith.
A survey found 18% of American adults became more spiritually active after the assassination.