Charlie Kirk was posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by US President Donald Trump, which Erika Kirk accepted. In an emotional speech, she shared their daughter's heartfelt birthday message to Charlie.

While reflecting on Charlie Kirk and the legacy he left behind, she also revealed that he used to celebrate his birthdays with ice cream. She remembered how difficult it always was to find him a present, as he was not a “materialistic person".

“Baby, I love your birthday,” she said through tears, describing how he marked the occasion every year. She went on to say that this honour was the “best birthday gift” given to him Trump.

Erika expressed her gratitude to Trump and thanked him for making it a “priority”.

“Thank you, Mr. President, for honoring my husband, in such

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