Air Traffic Control in Phoenix sent a deeply emotional message as Charlie Kirk’s body was flown home to Arizona aboard Air Force Two. The plane landed just before 5 p.m., carrying his coffin, family, and close friends. Over the tower frequency, an unknown voice spoke: “Welcome home, Charlie. You didn’t deserve it. May God bless your family.” The tribute struck many as a haunting acknowledgment of the tragedy.
Kirk’s two young children and his parents were aboard, witnessing the arrival. National Guard members carried the mahogany casket across the tarmac. His widow, Erika Kirk, followed, visibly distraught, clutching a rosary in one hand and supported by Usha Vance, another grieving figure.
The funeral is scheduled for next week, with prominent figures expected to attend. President Donald Trump has announced plans to posthumously award Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The emotional send-off in Phoenix served as both a farewell and a reminder of the impact Kirk had on his community and supporters.