SRES 391119th CongressIntroduced

A resolution condemning the assassination of Charlie Kirk and honoring his life and legacy.

Introduced: Sep 16, 2025

Civil Rights & Justice

Standard Summary

Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs

This is a Senate resolution that condemns the assassination of Charlie Kirk and honors his life and legacy. It states that Kirk was a husband, father, and Christian, and notes his founding of Turning Point USA in 2012 and his efforts to foster civil discussion among students with diverse political views. The resolution expresses strong condemnation of the killing, offers condolences to Kirk’s family, and commends his commitment to constitutional principles and civil discourse. As a resolution, it is a formal expression of the Senate’s sentiment rather than a law or policy that would require action or create enforceable rights.

Key Points

1Condemns the assassination of Charlie Kirk in the strongest possible terms.
2Extends condolences to Kirk’s family, including his wife Erika and their two children.
3Honors Kirk’s life and legacy, emphasizing his commitment to civil discussion and debate across political lines.
4Highlights Kirk’s role as founder of Turning Point USA (2012) and his engagement with college students on campus.
5Clarifies that this is a Senate resolution (a symbolic, non-binding statement) reflecting the Senate’s stance and sentiments.

Impact Areas

Primary group/area affected: Charlie Kirk’s immediate family and Turning Point USA community; supporters of civil discourse on campuses.Secondary group/area affected: College students and broader audiences engaged in political dialogue and debate.Additional impacts: Sets a formal, commemorative tone in the Senate, signaling consensus against political violence and highlighting the value of civil discourse; no new legal rights or obligations are created.

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