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Trump Appoints Wife of Charlie Kirk to Air Force Academy Board of Visitors

Published March 12, 2026, 09:17
Trump Appoints Wife of Charlie Kirk to Air Force Academy Board of Visitors

Donald Trump has appointed Erika Kirk, the widow of slain conservative influencer Charlie Kirk, to the Board of Visitors of the U.S. Air Force Academy, one of the country's most prestigious military schools. Erika Kirk took over leadership of her husband's movement, Turning Point USA, after his death. The Academy's Board of Visitors oversees various aspects of the school's operation, such as ethics, curricula, and financial affairs. Trump's decision is seen by some as an attempt to honor Charlie Kirk and strengthen his relationship with the conservative base.