Dr. Ben Carson delivered a poignant speech at the memorial service for Charlie Kirk, highlighting the significance of timing and faith in the aftermath of Kirk’s death. During his address, Carson noted that Kirk was shot at 12:24 p.m., a detail he juxtaposed with a passage from the Gospel of John. He recited John 12:24, which states, “Very truly I tell you, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds.”

Carson, a former Republican presidential candidate and U.S. transportation secretary under President Donald Trump, was the first prominent political figure to speak at Kirk’s memorial. His measured tone contrasted with earlier speakers, yet his remarks drew strong reactions from attendees. While avoiding direct mention of Democratic Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Carson subtly criticized her recent characterization of Kirk as “ignorant.”

The event underscored the enduring impact of Kirk’s work and Carson’s role in honoring his legacy through spiritual and historical reflection.