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LIVE UPDATES: President Donald Trump is set to take the stage at the Charlie Kirk Memorial

Thousands gather for the Charlie Kirk memorial in Glendale
Security measures in place as Glendale prepares to host thousands for Charlie Kirk memorial
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GLENDALE, AZ — Tens of thousands of people gathered on Sunday at State Farm Stadium to attend a memorial for conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was shot and killed last week.

President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance are scheduled to be in attendance and speak at the event, which begins at 11 a.m.

ABC15 is streaming continuous coverage of Charlie Kirk's memorial services live on the ABC15 Streaming App and abc15.com. Viewers can also tune into the live broadcast on The Spot Arizona 61.

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The event is being held by Turning Point USA and aims to honor Kirk’s life and legacy.

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Vice President JD Vance is speaking at Charlie Kirk's memorial service.

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Vice President JD Vance acknowledges supporters at a memorial for Charlie Kirk, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

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Check out our gallery here as thousands of people gathered at State Farm Stadium on Sunday to pay respects to Charlie Kirk.

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President Donald Trump disembarks Air Force One, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, upon arriving at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., to attend a memorial for conservative activist Charlie Kirk. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
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Dr. Ben Carson speaks at a memorial for conservative activist Charlie Kirk, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/John Locher)
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Supporters attend a memorial service for Charlie Kirk, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

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According to the Glendale Fire Department, they have responded to more than 30 calls at the Charlie Kirk Memorial event, but fewer than five people needed transport for medical concerns.

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ABC15's pre-services coverage begins now on the ABC15 Streaming App and abc15.com. Viewers can also tune into the live broadcast on The Spot Arizona 61.

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On-ramps and off-ramps for a large stretch of the Loop-101 are closed in Glendale. Check the latest traffic conditions here.

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Officials are now letting individuals into Desert Diamond Arena, which is being used as an overflow for those attending at State Farm Stadium.

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Seats are being filled as crowd members enter State Farm Stadium.

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Parts of the West Valley are seeing heavy traffic backups surrounding the State Farm Stadium area as thousands arrive ahead of Kirk's memorial service.

Check the latest traffic conditions here.

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