Bill > HRes709

This resolution condemns the September 10, 2025 assassination of Charlie Kirk, a conservative political activist and founder of Turning Point USA, a prominent youth-oriented conservative political organization. The resolution highlights Kirk's background as a young, self-educated conservative leader who founded Turning Point USA at age 18 and built an organization with over 650,000 student members across 3,000 high school and college campuses. It describes Kirk as a devoted family man, a Christian, and a patriot who sought to engage young voters in civil political discourse through events and national speaking tours like his American Comeback Tour. The resolution specifically condemns his murder at a campus event at Utah Valley University, expresses condolences to his family, applauds the first responders and medical team who cared for him, and reaffirms the commitment to protecting Americans' rights to peacefully assemble and express political views without violence. By emphasizing Kirk's commitment to peaceful dialogue and his efforts to inspire young conservatives, the resolution portrays his assassination as an attack on free speech and political engagement.

Government Affairs

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/709/all-info