President Donald Trump posthumously presented Charlie Kirk with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian award in the country on Tuesday (local time). Charlie Kirk’s widow, Erika, accepted the award on his behalf. She called it the “best birthday gift” in her speech that has gone viral.
“We’re here to honor and remember a fearless warrior for liberty, beloved leader who galvanized the next generation like nobody I’ve ever seen before, and an American patriot of the deepest conviction, the finest quality and the highest caliber," Trump mentioned during the medal ceremony.
She stated, "Thank you, Mr. President, for honoring my husband, in such a profound and meaningful way. And thank you for making this event a priority. Your support of our family and the work that Charlie d