Days ahead of the memorial service for conservative influencer Charlie Kirk, both chambers of the U.S. Congress have passed a resolution declaring October 14, his birthday, as a National Day of Remembrance.
According to ABC News, the Senate on Thursday unanimously supported the measure, which was spearheaded by Sen. Rick Scott of Florida. Scott paid tribute to Kirk as “a good man, a devout husband, father, and friend,” while recognizing his work in civic education.
On Friday, House Speaker Mike Johnson confirmed that the House also approved the resolution, though 96 Democrats withheld support. Twenty-two members, including former Speaker Nancy Pelosi, staged a walkout before the vote.
The resolution follows less than a month after Charlie Kirk’s tragic killing on September 10, when he was shot while speaking at Utah Valley University in Orem. His accused assailant, 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, was arrested after a two-day manhunt and now faces charges of aggravated murder and other offenses. Prosecutors have announced their intent to pursue the death penalty.
Court filings revealed Robinson told his parents he committed the act because he believed Charlie Kirk “spreads too much hate.” He made his first court appearance earlier this week, with the next hearing scheduled for September 29.
