A candlelight vigil for Charlie Kirk

 

GEORGETOWN, Del. – The Delaware Republican Party and the Sussex County Republican Committee will host a candlelight and prayer vigil on Sunday, Sept. 14, in honor of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

The vigil, “American Martyr: Honoring the Memory of Charlie Kirk,” will begin at 5:30 p.m. at Georgetown Circle and is open to the public.

Organizers say the gathering will bring together community members, elected officials and supporters to reflect on Kirk’s legacy, pray for his loved ones and reaffirm a shared commitment to the values he championed.

“Charlie Kirk’s life and mission touched countless Americans,” said Gene Truono, one of the event’s organizers. “We gather not only to honor his memory, but also to recommit ourselves to the principles he so passionately defended.”

The Delaware Republican Party says attendees are encouraged to bring a candle or light. The party says it is expecting the event to draw attendees from across Delaware and neighboring states.

A peaceful vigil for Charlie Kirk at the Idaho Capitol devolved into chaos when a man rode a scooter through the crowd shouting “F— Charlie Kirk.” Mourners rushed in, dragging him down while chants of “USA!” echoed. Police later stepped in. The night’s solemnity shattered by anger, it shows just how raw American political divisions are right now.

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Kirk died after he was gunned down by someone at Utah Valley University during a speaking appearance. Kirk often spoke at college campuses around the country, even stopping at Boise State in April of this year.