BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (KABC) — Across the country this weekend, there were moments of silence and tributes for slain political activist Charlie Kirk — as well as the victims of recent mass shootings in Colorado and Minnesota.
Vigils were also held for Kirk across Southern California, and one of the largest ones happened in Beverly Hills on Sunday.
Hundreds of people gathered in front of the Beverly Hills sign for what was part vigil for the loss of Kirk, but also part rally to continue the messages that he stood for as a conservative activist.
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Cars honked their horns in support of the rally and vigil as they passed by.
Kirk’s death less than a week ago has sparked outrage and renewed activism.
The vigil and rally at Beverly Gardens Park brought out hundreds of people who are mourning the loss of the prominent and influential figure, especially for young republicans.
Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA and a very vocal Christian, helped sway young voters in favor of Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election.
On Sunday, those who came out to the vigil were remembering and celebrating his life, but also promising to carry on his legacy.
“There’s so much outpouring of love happening, out of what happened to Charlie, that God is pouring out the spirit upon us, and there’s going to be more Charlies in more people, putting God first, and that’s what I think is good,” said Faith Barrett from Hollywood.
“Only 31 years old, if I had that wisdom, or even half of it at that age… it’s amazing to me, and his beautiful wife and family, what he stood for and the courage this dude had,” said Blumes Tracy.
There were also several other vigils held around Southern California on Sunday, including in Santa Clarita and Huntington Beach.
Although Kirk was a controversial figure to many people, it didn’t appear that there were any counter-protesters at Sunday’s rally and vigil in Beverly Hills.
In New York, conservative leaders gathered at the Kennedy Center for a memorial service on Sunday.
“Our dear friend Charlie would never want us to be overcome by despair,” said House Speaker Rep. Mike Johnson. “The best way to honor his memory and honor his unmatched legacy is to live as Charlie did.”
Johnson called on Republicans to carry on Kirk’s torch by advancing his principles and adopting his approach.
Kirk, who grew to fame through his public debates on college campuses, was killed on Wednesday during an event at Utah Valley University.
Tyler Robinson, 22, was arrested and charged with his murder. Now, authorities say he is refusing to cooperate with investigators.
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“He has not confessed to authorities. He is not cooperating, but all the people around him are cooperating, and I think that’s very important,” said Utah Gov. Spencer Cox.
Investigators are digging into messages Robinson reportedly sent on the messaging app Discord just hours before the shooting.
Police in Utah say they’ve also interviewed Robinson’s roommate, with whom they say he was romantically involved.
“His roommate was indeed a boyfriend who is transitioning from male to female,” Cox said. “He is cooperating with authorities as well.”
A makeshift memorial grows outside Kirk’s company, Turning Point USA, in Arizona. On Sunday, a teenager, who was wearing a similar-looking shirt as the gunman, was seen kicking over vases and flowers and was promptly arrested.
Kirk was a controversial figure, and the reaction to his death has been divided.
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Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau posted on X saying he’s directed consular officials to “undertake appropriate action.”
President Trump said he was considering revoking the visas of those who celebrated Kirk’s death.
“We are looking at names. We don’t like that. That’s not right. We wouldn’t celebrate if something happened on their side, and we don’t. These are sick people. These are really deranged people,” Trump said.
For those celebrating Kirk’s life, they’re confident his message will be carried loudly by millions for years to come.
“I think this might be waking people up, this might be another wake-up call, and for people that were quiet, or didn’t want to say anything, either it gives them the strength or courage, or their heart has been broken and it’s pouring out and they have to say something now,” said Bonnie Wallace from Pasadena.
Next Sunday, a memorial ceremony honoring Kirk will be held at the home stadium of the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals.
Trump initially said he had an “obligation” to attend Kirk’s funeral, but the White House has not confirmed his attendance.
Meanwhile, Robinson is set to be officially charged in court on Tuesday.
