On October 14, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation declaring a National Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk. The announcement follows the assassination of Kirk on September 10, 2025, in a campus courtyard.
President Trump described Kirk as "a father, a husband, a Christian martyr, and a titan of the American conservative movement." He added: "We honor his life, we send our condolences to his beautiful family, and we pledge to advance the values for which he laid down his life."
The proclamation highlighted Kirk's commitment to defending truth and encouraging debate. According to President Trump: "Every day, Charlie devoted himself to a set of simple causes: Defending the truth, encouraging debate, and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He was gracious and articulate beyond measure, always welcomed opposing perspectives, and never deviated from his noble goal of bridging our political, cultural, and philosophical divides."
President Trump addressed ongoing concerns about political violence in the country. He stated: "As we mourn this extraordinary loss, my Administration will continue to do everything in its power to end this devastating wave of political violence. No civilized country can endure a culture where open debate is met with gunfire, the pursuit of truth is met with bloodshed, and love of country is met with seething hatred."
The proclamation called on Americans to remember Kirk’s legacy by continuing his work. President Trump said: "In Charlie’s absence, we are now tasked with continuing his mission of giving voice to our cherished American ideals with confidence and clarity. Like him, we must not flinch in the face of darkness and hostility — and we must never waver in speaking the truth with joyful and steadfast resolve."
October 14 would have been Kirk’s 32nd birthday. The president extended condolences to Kirk's wife Erika and their two children.
President Trump concluded by inviting Americans to assemble at places of worship on October 14 “to pay homage to Charlie’s memory” and pray for peace.
The full text reads: “NOW THEREFORE I DONALD J TRUMP President of the United States of America by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws...do hereby proclaim October 14 2025 as a National Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk...I invite people...to pray for advancement of peace truth justice all across our country.”
