(LifeSiteNews) — The U.S. Senate passed a resolution declaring October 14 — Charlie Kirk’s birthday — as “National Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk.”
The simple resolution introduced by Republican Senator Rick Scott of Florida does not enshrine the observance of Kirk’s birthday in law and does not require a vote by the full Senate, the approval of the U.S. House of Representatives, or the signature of the president.
The resolution was passed unanimously by Senate Republicans on Thursday.
The resolution declares Kirk was a “champion of free speech, civil dialogue, and faith,” and that he “consistently promoted the values of individual liberty, open debate, the importance of civic engagement, and the defense of constitutional principles.”
Following a litany of Kirk’s accomplishments during his life, the Resolution encourages “educational institutions, civic organizations, and citizens across the United States to observe this day with appropriate programs, activities, prayers, and ceremonies that promote civic engagement and the principles of faith, liberty, and democracy that Charlie Kirk championed.”
“Charlie was a good man — a devout husband, father, and friend. His life was shaped by his faith and the idea that in America, debate and discussion are crucial to the betterment of our country,” noted Sen. Scott, speaking in the Senate chamber. “He believed in God, the American dream, the value of family, and the principles of our great nation.”
“Charlie dedicated his life to the idea that the power of our ideas cannot only win the day but start a movement. That’s exactly what he did,” Scott said. He “inspired millions of young Americans to be involved in the future of their country and make their voices heard.”
Meanwhile, on the south side of the U.S. Capitol Building, Democrat House members are reportedly weighing the political ramifications of both voting for or against a similar House resolution condemning the assassination of Charlie Kirk and honoring his life and legacy.
According to a report by Axios, some Democrat House members “fear that anything short of a unanimous vote for the resolution could be a messaging coup for Republicans.”
“People are worried that we’re being totally set up,” one House Democrat told Axios.
As the Senate passed its resolution declaring a national day of remembrance for Kirk, the White House published a video on social media honoring his life and legacy.
“You have no idea the fire you have ignited,” declared the post on X, quoting Kirk’s widow, Erika, whose moving public statement about her husband’s assassination just two days after his death serves as the narration for the video.
In less than 16 hours, the video garnered more than 3.5 million views.
‘You have no idea the fire you have ignited.’ – Erika Kirk
The legacy of Charlie Kirk.❤️ pic.twitter.com/iuX5o8ktRr
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) September 19, 2025
Charlie Kirk, CEO of Turning Point USA (TPUSA), died September 10 after he was shot during an event on the campus of Utah Valley University.
A massive memorial service will be held Sunday at the 63,000-seat State Farm Stadium, just outside Phoenix, Arizona.
President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Erika Kirk are expected to deliver remarks, as are Secretaries Marco Rubio, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Pete Hegseth, among others.
