Erika Kirk, wife of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, moved the heart when she declared a pardon for 8: 8: 8: 8: 28, who was accused of murdering her husband.
At a memorial service on September 21 at State Farm Stadium, Arizona, in front of more than 60,000 people, Ms. Erika shared that her husband always wanted to save lost young people like Robinson.
Charlie Kirk, 31, is co-founder of the conservative youth organization Turning Point USA and an important ally of President Donald Trump. Charlie Kirk was shot and killed by Robinson, 22, while speaking at Utah Valley State University in Utah.
In her emotional speech, Erika said: "I forgive because that is what God has done, and that is also what Charlie will do. The answer to hate is not hate."
President Trump was present at the ceremony and spoke behind the bulletproof glass layer. He praised Kirk for having a kind heart and Persistent fighting spirit.
He revealed that Kirk had shared about his life threats but was determined not to back down. Mr. Trump believes that violence comes mainly from the left and described Kirk as a "missionary" who always wished the best for the entire opponent, even though he did not agree with this view.
At the end of his speech, President Trump invited Ms. Erika back to the stage, hugging her amid the cheers of the crowd.
Charlie Kirk is widely known among young people for his heated debates, often frankly confronting students in a free-minded manner. He is steadfast in his conservative political stance centered on Christmas, often making harsh statements about ethnic minorities, including transgender people,ism and African-American people.
According to investigators, Robinson said he fired the gun because he believed Kirk sprinkled with hatred. The suspect is currently facing 7 charges related to the case, including murder, and may face the death penalty.
