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Trump and Vance to Lead Heavily Secured Arizona Memorial for Charlie Kirk Today

Security for the stadium service has been elevated to the government’s highest tier.

Overview

  • Tens of thousands are expected at State Farm Stadium for the free memorial, which requires advance registration, with overflow arranged at nearby Desert Diamond Arena.
  • The Department of Homeland Security designated the event SEAR Level 1, triggering extensive federal and local security measures comparable to the Super Bowl.
  • The Secret Service says an armed individual claiming to be law enforcement was detained at the stadium on Saturday and is in custody after being found unauthorized.
  • Speakers confirmed include President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, senior administration officials and Erika Kirk, who was elected CEO of Turning Point USA.
  • Suspect Tyler Robinson, 22, is charged with aggravated murder as prosecutors seek the death penalty, with investigators citing texts in which he said he had "enough" of Kirk’s hate.