Archive · 23 Sep 2025
Trump Open to New Federal Holiday Honoring Charlie Kirk
The White House suggested that Trump would support a new federal holiday in honor of the late Charlie Kirk.
Congress is already considering resolutions.
Creating a federal holiday involves passing laws through Congress and the President's approval.
Trump previously criticized the number of existing holidays.
This comes after Kirk was fatally shot.
The suspect is identified as Tyler Robinson, and faces charges.
Turning Point USA announced Kirk's widow as the new leader.
White House indicates Trump would support a federal holiday honoring Charlie Kirk.
Trump described Kirk as a 'martyr for American freedom' at a memorial.
Senate adopted a resolution for a 'National Day of Remembrance' on October 14.
House passed a resolution praising Kirk.
The establishment of a new holiday needs congressional action and presidential approval.
- Who
- President Donald Trump, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, Congress
- What
- Potential new federal holiday to honor Charlie Kirk, who was fatally shot earlier this month
- When
- September 22, following Kirk's death earlier this month
- Where
- United States
- Why
- To honor the legacy of Charlie Kirk
- Event
- Potential new federal holiday
- Figure
- Late conservative activist Charlie Kirk
- Position
- White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt
- Holiday
- October 14 as a 'National Day of Remembrance'
- Legislation
- Requires House, Senate approval, Presidential signature
