Senate unanimously passes resolution designating Oct 14 'day of remembrance' for Charlie Kirk

The Senate on Thursday afternoon unanimously approved a resolution designating Oct. 14 as the "National Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk," which is the late-conservative activist's birthday.

Florida Republican Sen. Rick Scott introduced the resolution on Tuesday, alongside Florida GOP Rep. Jimmy Patronis in the House, which honors Kirk's legacy and influence in conservative politics. 

Kirk was killed in a shooting last week during an appearance at Utah Valley University. 

“Charlie was a magnetic leader, a loving father and husband, and a friend and inspiration to so many. His loss is devastating, and I’ll always cherish the friendship I had with him," Scott said in a statement. "Charlie loved our nation and its founding principles and believed deeply in his faith, in his family, and in beauty of ideas and discussion.

"Charlie worked to make our nation a better place in his 31 years before he was lost in an evil act of political violence, and will leave a lasting legacy on our nation," he continued. "We know what Charlie would want us to do: he’d want us to stand strong by the ideas we believe in, have discussions, carry on with hope, strength and courage, and look to God for guidance. 

"I am proud to lead a resolution honoring Charlie’s legacy as an American patriot by designating October 14th, what would have been his 32nd birthday, as National Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk – a day to come together, pray, and celebrate Charlie’s impact on the nation," he added.

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