Charlie Kirk's wife shares reason why she chooses to forgive husband's alleged shooter

• Erika Kirk, in a speech, forgave Tyler Robinson, the young man accused of killing her husband, Charlie Kirk
• She said forgiveness is what Christ and Charlie would do
• Erika stressed that love, not hate, is the answer
• Prosecutors are now seeking the death penalty for the suspect

Charlie Kirk’s wife, Erika, spoke during his memorial in Glendale, Arizona.

She said her late husband wanted to save young men, even the one who ended his life. She shared how Christ forgave on the cross and said she is choosing to do the same.

Erika told the crowd that she forgives the shooter. She explained that forgiveness was what Christ showed and what Charlie himself would have done.

She reminded people that the answer to hate is never hate, but love. Love for enemies and love for those who cause pain, she said.

Charlie's memorial was held at State Farm Stadium on September 21. The conservative activist, known for being an ally of former US President Donald Trump, was killed on September 10. He was only 31.

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Police identified the suspect as 22-year-old Tyler Robinson. He allegedly fired the fatal shot from a rooftop at Utah Valley University in Orem.

Reports said that in leaked messages, Robinson admitted to his roommate and partner that he killed Kirk because he had enough of his so-called hatred.

Prosecutors are now pushing for the death penalty in Robinson’s case. Erika, however, made clear that she chooses forgiveness over anger, honoring her husband’s life and faith.

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Charlie Kirk is an American conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA, a youth organization that aims to spread conservative ideas in colleges and universities across the United States. He is known as a strong supporter of former President Donald Trump and often appears in conservative publications and programs to express his views on politics, society, and the economy. Kirk is also active on social media, which he uses to reach more young people and encourage them to embrace conservative principles. Despite the support he receives from some sectors, he is not free from criticism because of his strong statements and controversial opinions.

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In a previous report by KAMI, Charlie Kirk, conservative activist and co-founder of Turning Point USA, died after being shot at an event at Utah Valley University. Officials gave conflicting statements: according to Gov. Spencer Cox, a person of interest is in custody, but the Commissioner of Public Safety said the suspect is still at large. Former President Donald Trump himself expressed his condolences and described Kirk as someone loved and admired by many. Officials from different parties condemned the shooting and called for an end to political violence.

Additionally, Filipino celebrities mourn the death of Charlie Kirk, who was shot while speaking at Utah Valley University. Authorities believe the attack was targeted, with the shooter firing from a rooftop on campus. Celebrities like Doug Kramer, Hayden Kho, Toni Gonzaga, and Enrique Gil shared their grief and prayers for Kirk’s family. Kirk was known as the co-founder of Turning Point USA and a strong supporter of Donald Trump.

Source: KAMI.com.gh