The Rubin Report Crowd Stunned by Trump’s Brutally Honest Remark at Charlie Kirk’s Funeral
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Sep 22, 2025 Donald Trump candidly confronted his shortcomings during a poignant moment at Charlie Kirk’s funeral. Erika Kirk delivered a brave speech, publicly forgiving her husband's murderer, igniting deep reflections. The podcast also delved into Elon Musk’s theory regarding the motivations behind Kirk's assassination. Discussions turned to media reactions, particularly the controversial remarks by Ilhan Omar and Jasmine Crockett. In a shocking twist, a man was arrested after a shooting incident linked to Jimmy Kimmel's false statements. The legacy of Charlie Kirk and his views on immigration were examined in depth.
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Powerful Memorial Atmosphere
- Dave Rubin describes attending Charlie Kirk's Phoenix memorial and the emotional intensity of the day.
- He recounts 100,000 people, long traffic, and feeling the event was spiritual and political.
Free Debate As Civilizational Pillar
- Donald Trump argued that some commentators celebrated Charlie Kirk's assassination and that open debate is central to society.
- Trump framed free debate as a core inheritance of the Enlightenment and foundational to civilization.
Trump's Unexpectedly Honest Line
- Trump delivered an unscripted quip admitting he hates his opponents and contrasted that with Charlie's forgiveness.
- Dave Rubin and the audience found the candid line emotionally relieving during the ceremony.
