Assassinated conservative stalwart Charlie Kirk deserves the Congressional Gold Medal, according to legislation filed by Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn.
"I am introducing legislation to award Charlie Kirk the posthumous Congressional Gold Medal for his unwavering dedication to the American spirit, even unto death at the hands of a political enemy," Ogles wrote in a statement on X.
"Charlie elevated our national discourse, inspired our students, and proclaimed Christ crucified with vigor and conviction. He was not only a hero of the Christian faith but also the embodiment of what our Founders envisioned when they enshrined the First Amendment.
"Today, we honor Charlie Kirk by doing what he would have wanted — standing firm, never backing down in the face of threats from the murderous left."
The bill hailed Kirk's courage and conviction to stand in the line of political fire, "even to the point of death at the hand of a terrorist."
Ogles' resolution reflects the outpouring of tributes after Kirk's assassination Wednesday afternoon. The proposed honor — one of the highest civilian awards in the United States — would serve as formal congressional acknowledgment of Kirk's impact on conservative activism.
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