Nearly 100 Democrats Object House Speaker Resolution Honoring Charlie Kirk’s Life
By The Blog Source
The House honored Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist, devout Christian, and founder of Turning Point USA, with a vote of 310-58 after he was killed last week at a Utah campus event. Both Democratic and Republican leaders supported the resolution (H.Res.719—Honoring the life and legacy of Charles "Charlie" James Kirk), but 38 Democrats declined to directly endorse it, and 58 Democrats rejected it.
Speaker Mike Johnson hailed Kirk as "one of the most prominent voices in America who inspired young conservatives through debate and civil discourse."
House Democratic leaders Hakeem Jeffries, Katherine Clark, and Pete Aguilar cast yes votes, while dozens of their caucus members dissented, with 38 voting "present" and 58 voting against the measure. Invoking Kirk's Christian beliefs and commitment to the Constitution, the resolution urged Americans to abstain from violence and described his murder as a "sobering reminder" of political radicalism.
Despite the final vote being 310-58, the data showed a clear split: almost 100 Democrats opposed the bill. Fifty-eight people voted no outright, while another 38 chose to vote "present" to avoid picking a side.
Many Democrat members of Congress were unable to set aside their political differences, even after a politically motivated killing.
The resolution was endorsed by House Democrats, including Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar, Whip Katherine Clark, and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. However, 58 Democrats, including prominent members such as Rep. Rashida Tlaib, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Rep. Ilhan Omar, voted against it, leading to a rift within their caucus. Reps. Ro Khanna, Greg Casar, and Becca Balint were among the 38 Democrats who voted "present" instead of taking a side. Even after the killing of a well-known conservative icon, the result demonstrated how divided Congress had become.
Consequences around Kirk's death have also triggered sharp conversations. Republicans criticized Rep. Ilhan Omar for her response in a social media video repost in an interview with leftist publication Zeteo News. Four Republicans joined Democrats in moving a resolution to condemn Omar, but GOP Rep. Nancy Mace's attempt failed.
It was startling to learn that 58 Democrats opposed Kirk's award, despite the resolution's overwhelming approval. Many Democrat members of Congress were unable to set aside their political differences, even after a politically motivated killing.
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