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Trump and Musk Reunite at Charlie Kirk Memorial, Signaling Public Thaw

The encounter offered a visible cooling of their feud without signaling a formal political reconciliation.

Overview

  • The State Farm Stadium service in Glendale drew more than 60,000 attendees to honor the slain Turning Point USA co-founder.
  • Trump and Musk sat together in a private suite and exchanged a handshake, with VIPs seated behind glass under elevated security.
  • Musk posted a photo captioned "For Charlie" on X, and White House social accounts also shared images of the pair together.
  • The memorial featured speeches from senior conservatives, including President Trump and Vice President JD Vance, blending tribute with political messages.
  • Charlie Kirk, 31, was fatally shot on September 10 at Utah Valley University; 22-year-old Tyler Robinson has been arrested and charged as inquiries continue.