Charlie Kirk’s wife Erika reveals why she 'forgives' his killer
An emotional Erika Kirk has spoken out at Charlie Kirk's memorial in Arizona, and said that she 'forgives' her husband's killer.
The 36-year-old revealed some heartbreaking details about Charlie's death, with the political activist losing his life after he was fatally shot at a speaking event at Utah Valley University earlier this month.
The Turning Point USA founder was on the first stop of his tour, where he aimed to debate with students on university campuses across the country, but it was tragically ended after he was shot in the neck.
A wide range of politicians took to the stage at the State Farm Stadium in Arizona on Sunday, with Donald Trump Jr providing a memorable impersonation of his father, while JD Vance also took to the stage.
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In her speech, Erika shared special memories with her husband and also went into detail about her Christian faith.
Speaking at today's funeral, the mother of two said of her religion and explained exactly why she is willing to 'forgive' the killer.
She said: “My husband, he wanted to save young men, just like the one who took his life. That young man, that young man.
"On the cross, our savior said: ‘Father, forgive them for they not know what they do.’
"That man, that young man, I forgive him. I forgive him because it was what Christ did and it is what Charlie would do.
"The answer to hate is not hate. The answer we know from the gospel is love and always love, love for our enemies and love for those who persecute us."
The suspect, Tyler Robinson, 22, who was taken in by authorities after a family member reportedly turned him in, has been charged with seven counts, including aggravated murder.
Prosecutors have already made it clear that they intend to pursue the death penalty if he is convicted.
Erika also revealed more about her experience in the hospital as she saw Charlie's body for the final time, confirming the heartbreaking news that he died instantly when he was hit by the bullet.
She said: "[I looked] directly at my husband's murdered body. I saw the wound that ended his life, but there was something else.
"Even in death, I could see the man that I love. I saw the one, single grey hair on the side of his head, which I never told him about. Now he knows. Sorry baby, I'm telling you now."
"I also saw on his lips the faintest smile. And that told me something important. It revealed to me a great mercy from God in this tragedy.
"When I saw that, it told me Charlie didn't suffer. Even the doctor told me - it was something so instant."
Topics: Charlie Kirk, JD Vance
James Moorhouse