For Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, “Making America Great Again meant bringing young people to this movement and making sure they knew they belonged,” White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles said at the 31-year-old’s memorial on Sunday.
Wiles, who rarely speaks publicly and operates as a powerhouse behind the scenes of the Trump administration, spoke to tens of thousands at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, as well as millions watching online, honoring Kirk’s legacy of drawing young people into politics.
“Like our president says, it’s a movement of common sense and it makes sense. Love your God, love your family, love your country, and help the next generation live into those values boldly,” she continued. “ Through Turning Point, Charlie gave us countless young