3 hours agoThe ceremony begins for Charlie Kirk attendees over 200 thousand people, including Trump
Periskopi(9 months ago)
(9 months ago)State Farm Stadium is almost full, while thousands of participants have filled the facilities for the memorial service of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was shot dead last month at a University of Utah. More than 200,000 bereaved persons are expected to try to participate in the ministry, according to a police spokesman. [...]
More than 200,000 bereaved persons are expected to try to participate in the ministry, according to a Glendale Police spokesman.
The ceremony began with the interpretation of song “Amazing Grace” by a group of gendarmes, creating a solemn and respectful atmosphere, Periscope.
President Donald Trump and members of his cabinet will give speeches during the ceremony, prompting strict security measures due to the presence of high political figures and recent tensions.
Erica Kirk, the widow of the late activist and now leader of the Tourism Point USA organisation, will take word to express grief and commitment to continue her husband's mission.
Among those present was Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and former board official Trump, who enthusiastically greeted the crowd and posted a video from the stadium on the social network X, writing: “Every place in this giant arena that is not surrounded by ropes for safety is filled to the ceiling. Honored to be here. Everything to Charlie Kirk. ”
Participants carried banners in red, white and blue colors, with inscriptions like “This is our turning point”, reflecting the importance of the ceremony for the conservative community.
Podium, surrounded by ballistic glass, is located at the centre of the stadium to ensure maximum security measures -- a standard practice following President Trump's assassination last year in Pennsylvania.
