Overview

• Tens of thousands gathered at State Farm Stadium in Glendale for a highly secured public memorial featuring top Trump administration officials and conservative leaders.
• Trump and Musk were seen sitting together and shaking hands in a private suite; Musk later posted a photo captioned "For Charlie" on X, marking their first public meeting since their summer falling-out.
• Trump’s remarks mixed tribute with politics, echoing campaign themes and sharp attacks as he praised Kirk’s legacy and teased an autism-related announcement.
• Erika Kirk delivered an emotional message of forgiveness for the accused shooter, vowed to continue her husband’s work, and has been tapped as Turning Point USA’s next CEO.
• Authorities say 22-year-old Tyler Robinson remains in custody in connection with the Sept. 10 shooting at Utah Valley University as investigative and legal proceedings continue.