Charlie Kirk speaks during a Turning Point USA Believers Summit conference on July 26, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Florida. (Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
"Charlie Kirk was truly an American hero. He was an embodiment of the ideals that our country was founded upon. A devout Christian, a beloved husband, and a loving father to his daughter and son, Charlie lived a life dedicated to preserving and protecting faith, family, and freedom through respectful and open dialogue with anyone willing to engage with him," Ogles told Fox News Digital in a statement.
"His life was cut tragically short by an assassination at the hands of a terrorist, but his legacy will live on. I've introduced a resolution to honor him with the Congressional Gold Medal, a small token of gratitude and recognition for the incredible work he accomplished during his life. America will forever be a better place because of the life, faith, and work of Charlie Kirk," he continued.
According to a draft text of the resolution, which was obtained by Fox News Digital, two medals would be created – one to be given to his family and another to the Smithsonian Institution for "display and preservation."
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Charile Kirk and his wife, Erika, and their two children at Christmas in December 2024. (Charlie Kirk via Facebook)
"We miss him greatly, yet I have no doubt that Charlie’s voice and the courage he put into the hearts of countless people, especially young people, will live on."
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Tributes poured out for Kirk following the assassination on Wednesday, with many condemning the heinous act of political violence.
Cameron Arcand is a politics writer at Fox News Digital in Washington D.C. Story tips can be sent to Cameron.Arcand@Fox.com and on Twitter: @cameron_arcand
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