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This morning, President Trump confirmed that a suspect is now in custody for the assassination of Charlie Kirk.

After a two-day nationwide manhunt, Trump told Fox & Friends that “with a high degree of certainty we have him in custody,” crediting a father who convinced his son to come forward.

The president honored Kirk as “the finest person” and said he hopes prosecutors pursue the death penalty: “He didn’t deserve this… everybody liked him.” Utah’s governor has already pledged to seek the maximum penalty.

This marks a significant turning point in the case that has shaken the conservative movement. This is a developing story, and more details are expected throughout the day.

👉 Watch Trump’s announcement and reaction here »

There’s more Trump news for you below.

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In today’s email:
🔔 Trump Awards Charlie Kirk with Medal of Freedom
🇺🇸 Trump Honors 9/11 Victims on 24th Anniversary
⚾ Trump Receives Warm Welcome at Yankees Stadium
⚖️ Trump Nominees Progress After GOP Goes Nuclear
🛡️ Trump Security Heightened After Kirk Assassination

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✅TRACKING TRUMP✅

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President Trump's steadfast leadership shines through even in our nation's darkest moments. Following the tragic loss of Charlie Kirk, the President immediately stepped forward to honor this conservative champion by announcing he will posthumously award him the Presidential Medal of Freedom, America's highest civilian honor. While patriots across the globe mourn Kirk's passing and celebrate his incredible legacy, we've witnessed something truly disturbing: the left's shameful response to this tragedy. From social media to major news networks, their disrespectful and frankly disgusting commentary has exposed their true character for all to see.

Yesterday also marked the solemn 24th anniversary of September 11th, and once again, President Trump showed exactly why he's the leader America needs. His heartfelt tribute to the 2,977 innocent lives lost that day reminded us all of what we're fighting to preserve. In a powerful display of patriotism, he appeared at Yankee Stadium where fans erupted in "USA" chants - a beautiful moment that showed the real spirit of America is alive and well.

Check out all the latest developments and more below!

🔔 Trump to Award Kirk with Medal of Freedom🔔

President Trump announced he will posthumously award Charlie Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom, America's highest civilian honor, following the assassination of the Turning Point USA founder at Utah Valley University. Trump remembered Kirk as "a giant of his generation, a champion of liberty and an inspiration to millions and millions of people" during remarks at a September 11th observance event at the Pentagon. The President expressed his horror and grief at what he called the "heinous assassination" of the 31-year-old husband and father of two.

Trump praised Kirk's transformational leadership and promised that the award ceremony will draw "a very big crowd, very, very big." The President offered condolences to Kirk's wife Erika and their two children, stating that Kirk's voice and courage will live on in the hearts of countless people, especially young Americans. Kirk was fatally shot while speaking at his "Prove Me Wrong Roundtable" event, which was designed to promote civil public discourse.

Congressional leaders have joined the effort to honor Kirk's memory through legislative action. Rep. Andy Ogles introduced the "Charlie Kirk Congressional Gold Medal Act" to award Kirk the posthumous Congressional Gold Medal for his "unwavering dedication to the American spirit, even unto death at the hands of a political enemy." The Tennessee Republican described Kirk as a hero of the Christian faith and the embodiment of what the Founders envisioned when they enshrined the First Amendment.

Sen. Mike Lee is seeking bipartisan Senate support for a resolution honoring Kirk, expressing hope that colleagues on both sides of the aisle can condemn the cowardly act of political violence. Ogles emphasized that honoring Kirk means "standing firm, never backing down in the face of threats from the murderous left." The legislation describes Kirk as an American hero whose life was tragically cut short by a political assassin.

International tributes poured in from world leaders, with European and global figures describing Kirk as a significant voice in conservative politics and free speech advocacy. Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed condolences and called his killing a blow to democracy. Argentine President Javier Milei honored Kirk as "a formidable spreader of the ideas of liberty and staunch defender of the West."

However, the left's callous response to Kirk's murder has exposed their true character. The European Parliament refused a request from Polish MEP Dominik Tarczyński for a moment of silence to honor the slain conservative activist. When Tarczyński called for reflection and prayer for the murdered husband, father, and patriot, the leftist presiding chair denied the request, prompting lawmakers to shout and pound on their desks in protest.

Swedish MEP Charlie Weimers also requested colleagues pause proceedings to declare that freedom of speech cannot be extinguished, but European Parliament President Roberta Metsola denied the tribute request. When Weimers attempted to give up his remaining speaking time for a moment of silence, Vice President Katarina Barley cut him off, sparking desk-banging protests from right-wing lawmakers while centrist and left-leaning members applauded the refusal.

The State Department has warned it will monitor foreign nationals who "glorify violence" following Kirk's assassination and take appropriate action. Deputy Secretary of State Chris Landau expressed disgust at social media posts praising, rationalizing, or making light of the assassination, directing consular officials to undertake appropriate measures against such individuals.

FBI Director Kash Patel announced that an individual brought into custody was released after interrogation, meaning Kirk's assassin remains at large. The weapon used was a high-powered bolt-action rifle found in a nearby wooded area, with authorities believing the shot came from a rooftop roughly 200 yards away. Kirk was addressing a question about mass shootings when a single shot struck him in the neck during his "American Comeback Tour" event before approximately 3,000 attendees.

Trump has ordered flags across the United States to be flown at half-staff through Sunday in honor of the fallen conservative leader. The contrast between the outpouring of international support and the left's shameful disrespect reveals the deep ideological divide that Kirk spent his life fighting against, making his sacrifice all the more meaningful for those committed to preserving American values and free speech.

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🍟 Quick Bite News 🍟

🚔 Gregory Bovino, the architect of Los Angeles ICE raids and former Border Patrol section chief, has arrived in Chicago to launch Operation Midway Blitz, targeting criminal illegal aliens in the sanctuary city. The North Carolina native who joined Border Patrol in 1996 previously oversaw intensive operations at MacArthur Park and regional Home Depot stores in Los Angeles, saying the raids were necessary because "what happens at the border didn't stay at the border and still doesn't." Governor JB Pritzker criticized Bovino's presence in Chicago as evidence of "terrible plans for the communities of Illinois."

⚖️ Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles declined to comment on President Trump's demand for the death penalty against Decarlos Brown Jr., the suspect accused of fatally stabbing Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska on a light-rail line in an unprovoked attack. Trump wrote on Truth Social that the perpetrator should receive a "Quick Trial, and only awarded the death penalty," declaring "There can be no other option!!!" Lyles provided a lengthy statement focusing on transit safety improvements and federal partnerships but avoided addressing Trump's death penalty demand directly, despite North Carolina still having capital punishment on the books since 2006.

🔫 Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez called the assassination of Charlie Kirk "horrific" and "awful" before immediately pushing for gun control legislation, asking "Are we going to do something, or are we going to argue over rhetoric?" She demanded lawmakers "pass gun safety legislation and stop this" but did not specify what type of gun control she wanted or what new laws she believed were needed against bolt action rifles.

🩸 A 37-year-old illegal alien from Cuba allegedly decapitated a man at a Dallas motel and was captured on video carrying the severed head across the parking lot before throwing it into a dumpster, with the victim's wife and child witnessing the brutal attack. The suspect was released by the Biden administration on January 13th despite having a lengthy criminal history including arrests for grand theft motor vehicle, false imprisonment, carjacking, and indecency with a child. ICE stated he was released because there were no removal flights to Cuba under the previous administration.

🆔 Sen. Marsha Blackburn introduced a new bill on the 24th anniversary of 9/11, which would prevent states from receiving federal grant funding if they issue driver's licenses to illegal aliens or prevent law enforcement from sharing information with federal immigration agents. The legislation targets 19 states and the District of Columbia that currently issue driver's licenses to illegal aliens, with Blackburn stating that "American cities and states that willfully defy federal immigration law to protect illegal aliens must be held accountable."

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