Republicans Push to Honor Charlie Kirk with Commemorative U.S. Coin
Republican senators want to honor conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s influence on American politics and culture with a coin. According to Texas Representative August Pfluger and Arizona Representative Abe Hamadeh, the U.S. Treasury should produce 400,000 silver dollar coins with Kirk’s likeness and “Well done, good and faithful servant.”
The suggestion follows weeks after Turning Point USA co-founder Kirk was slain at Utah Valley University on September 10. Conservatives were shocked by his sudden death at 31. He had championed younger Republicans. Coins would feature Charles James Kirk and 2026.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Kirk’s close friend, President Donald Trump, must approve the final design if the proposal passes. According to plan supporters, a coin commemorates him and places him among notable U.S. figures. Mint has made commemorative coins since 1982. These limited-edition coins highlight famous Americans, events, and places.
Congress authorized these commemorations, but since 1866, coins cannot depict living individuals. GOP leaders believe Kirk’s contributions should be honored beyond politics following his death.
Hamadeh termed Kirk “an American treasure,” complimenting his dedication to future generations and the coin’s remembrance of his life’s work. He hailed the move a historic gesture that “cements his extraordinary legacy alongside presidents and founding fathers” and made Kirk the youngest person on U.S. money at minting.
Besides the currency, lawmakers have proposed the Congressional Gold Medal and Presidential Medal of Honor. These conservative proposals honor Kirk’s efforts, which many credit with inspiring a new political generation.
Over time, the U.S. Mint has used commemorative coins to honor persons and fund museum creation, landmark preservation, and national monument protection. Sacagawea and Susan B. Anthony, pioneers who changed America, were honored.
An approved Charlie Kirk coin would add his name to the list, preserving his story for future generations.
Sources
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U.S. Mint Archives
