Trump on the death of friend Charlie Kirk: unexpected reaction and plan for a ballroom construction

U.S. President Donald Trump, responding to a question about the death of Charlie Kirk, announced the start of construction of a new ballroom for the White House. Instead of expressing condolences, he emphasized the importance of this project, calling it one of the best in the world.

Trump also announced his intention to posthumously award Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom. In light of the tragic events in Utah, U.S. security services decided to increase security measures during events involving the president.

“The great and even legendary Charlie Kirk has died. We all, especially I, loved and admired him, and now he is not with us. Melania and I express our sincere condolences to his wife and family. Charlie, we love you!”

Charlie Kirk was a well-known right-wing activist and author of the book “The MAGA Doctrine.” He criticized Ukraine and American aid to Kyiv, considering the war with Russia 'endless' and hopeless for victory.

Summary: U.S. President Donald Trump announced the start of construction of a new ballroom for the White House while responding to a question about the death of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk. Trump also expressed his intention to posthumously award Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom, and security services chose increased security measures at future events involving the president due to the tragic murder in Utah.