U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) has joined a group of 14 Republican senators in nominating Charlie Kirk for inclusion in the National Garden of American Heroes. The garden, first proposed during President Trump’s administration, is scheduled to open in July 2026 as part of the nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations.
In a letter supporting Kirk’s nomination, the senators wrote, “Through his work, [Charlie] has inspired countless young Americans to engage in civic life and to appreciate the responsibilities of citizenship. His efforts highlight the enduring importance of free expression, active participation, and leadership in strengthening our democracy.”
The letter continued: “The inclusion of Mr. Kirk in the National Garden would not only honor his personal achievements but would also underscore the vital role that civic engagement plays in our national heritage.”
Erika Kirk, CEO & Board Chair of Turning Point USA and wife of Charlie Kirk, commented on the nomination: “My husband’s life was so incredible. Charlie forever changed the direction of this country, and he made it better place for our children, young people, and families. Charlie’s legacy will be felt for generations to come. My husband was a modern American Founding Father, and he deserves every honor and accolade this nation can bestow on him. I am grateful to Senator Cassidy and the 14 other senators who have nominated Charlie for this tremendous honor.”
Mark Schoeppel, Director of Recruitment & Outreach at Turning Point USA Chapter at Louisiana State University added: “We are honored to see Charlie Kirk proposed for such a prestigious and enduring monument to American patriots. We thank Senator Cassidy for his bold thinking and strong leadership, as well as the 14 U.S. Senators who joined him in advancing this noble cause to the President, who himself hailed Charlie as an ‘Evangelist for American liberty.’”
Senators joining Britt and Cassidy include Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), Mike Lee (R-Utah), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), James Lankford (R-Okla.), Ted Budd (R-N.C.), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio), and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.).
