By — Associated Press Associated Press Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-trump-says-he-will-award-charlie-kirk-the-presidential-medal-of-freedom Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter WATCH: Trump says he will award Charlie Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom Politics Sep 11, 2025 11:00 AM EDT LIVE UPDATES: Authorities search for Charlie Kirk’s shooter During remarks at the Pentagon in honor of Sept. 11, President Donald Trump said he would posthumously award Charlie Kirk with the honor at a later date. Watch the clip in our video player above. The United States’ highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom is awarded by presidents to people who have made significant contributions in a variety of areas, including culture and public service. WATCH: Kirk killing is a moment for Americans to unite in mourning, Schumer says In his first term, Trump bestowed the honor to a number of people, including conservative firebrand commentator Rush Limbaugh. We're not going anywhere. Stand up for truly independent, trusted news that you can count on! Donate now By — Associated Press Associated Press
LIVE UPDATES: Authorities search for Charlie Kirk’s shooter During remarks at the Pentagon in honor of Sept. 11, President Donald Trump said he would posthumously award Charlie Kirk with the honor at a later date. Watch the clip in our video player above. The United States’ highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom is awarded by presidents to people who have made significant contributions in a variety of areas, including culture and public service. WATCH: Kirk killing is a moment for Americans to unite in mourning, Schumer says In his first term, Trump bestowed the honor to a number of people, including conservative firebrand commentator Rush Limbaugh. We're not going anywhere. Stand up for truly independent, trusted news that you can count on! Donate now