Rep. Lauren Boebert, R-Colo., speaks with reporters as she leaves the U.S. Capitol for the weekend on May 17, 2024, in Washington, D.C. ( Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)
"Silent prayers get silent results," Boebert said. She could also be heard asking for a prayer to be said "out loud."
The Colorado Republican's comments resulted in shouts from Democrats. Some reportedly began shouting back about how Republicans had ignored a school shooting that happened Wednesday as well, according to the New York Times.
Meanwhile, Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Fla., stood up and began shouting back. "You all caused this," she said.
CHARLIE KIRK KILLED WHILE LAUNCHING TURNING POINT USA CAMPUS TOUR
Charlie Kirk was murdered on Sept. 10, 2025, at Utah Value University. (Graeme Sloan/Sipa USA)
Kirk was the founder of Turning Point USA, established in 2012. The political nonprofit built its name by engaging youth people on university campuses about politics. Kirk frequently went around the country to campuses to speak at events.
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