Brandon Tatum Honors Charlie Kirk's Birthday, Confronts False Accusations and Barack Obama's Divisive Legacy

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Brandon Tatum pays tribute to Charlie Kirk on what would have been his 32nd birthday, reflecting on his lasting impact through Turning Point USA and his dedication to faith, family, and freedom. Tatum addresses the serious problem of false accusations in the justice system, sharing experiences from his law enforcement career. He also examines Barack Obama's recent comments about Donald Trump's presidency, arguing that Obama's administration increased racial division despite having the opportunity to unite the country.

Categories: Tributes
October 14, 2025

Remembering Charlie Kirk's Birthday and Legacy

Brandon Tatum opens with an emotional tribute to Charlie Kirk, who would have turned 32. Tatum reflects on the tragedy of Kirk's death at 31, killed by someone who couldn't defeat him in debate. He emphasizes Kirk's boldness in speaking truth and his unique ability to engage with people who disagreed with him on college campuses.

Tatum shares a tribute video from Turning Point USA highlighting aspects of Charlie's life many didn't know. He describes Charlie's transformation from a young visionary into a family man who prioritized his relationship with God, his wife Erika, and his children above all else.

Charlie Kirk's Impact Through Turning Point USA

Tatum discusses the expansive reach of Turning Point USA, which Charlie founded and grew into multiple branches including Turning Point Faith and Turning Point Action. He credits Turning Point Action's voter turnout efforts as instrumental in Donald Trump's election victory, noting that young people needed the direction and leadership Charlie provided.

He recalls knowing Charlie before he met Erika, had children, or developed his public presence, describing him as a regular guy with a world-changing vision. Tatum emphasizes that many people only saw headlines and tweets but didn't understand the totality of who Charlie was as a person.

How to Live More Like Charlie Kirk

Tatum reads through a detailed list of Charlie's daily practices and principles, which included:

  • Honoring the Sabbath by turning off his phone and spending time with family
  • Journaling every day
  • Spending time in scripture and sending scripture to friends
  • Having conversations with people he disagreed with
  • Registering to vote and encouraging civic engagement
  • Getting married and having children
  • Attending church regularly
  • Maintaining physical fitness and health
  • Getting sunlight and time in nature
  • Asking his spouse how he could better serve her
  • Reading the Bible daily
  • Praying every day
  • Standing up for his beliefs
  • Carrying a pocket Constitution
  • Supporting local businesses
  • Avoiding drugs and alcohol
  • Not worrying about what others think
  • Getting eight hours of sleep
  • Limiting social media intake
  • Learning something new every day
  • Being a leader, not a follower
  • Never surrendering or giving up on faith
  • Being bold and courageous
  • Outworking his enemies
  • Working to own land and property
  • Becoming ungovernable
  • Picking up a mic and starting something

Tatum particularly emphasizes the importance of outworking your opposition and not being afraid to start, even when conditions aren't perfect. He shares his own journey starting with just an Android phone and a simple setup before growing to millions of subscribers.

Presidential Medal of Freedom for Charlie Kirk

Tatum announces that Charlie Kirk will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Donald Trump posthumously. He calls this well-deserved, stating that Charlie exemplified what it means to be an American who stands on principle and leaves a lasting legacy despite being a college dropout.

He reflects on Charlie's impact, noting the packed memorial service at the Glendale Arena where the Cardinals play, with thousands more at another building across the street and over a million watching online. Tatum challenges viewers to consider what legacy they're leaving and whether their families will remember them positively.

Fundraising Efforts for the Kirk Family

Tatum reveals that he and his wife have been working with Erika Kirk to sell Charlie Kirk merchandise, with 100% of profits going to the Kirk family. They've already raised over $400,000 and are aiming for one million dollars. He explains that while Charlie was successful, the loss of his ongoing income from his show and future book deals represents significant unrealized gains for his family.

Tatum processed over 20,000 orders and emphasizes the quality of the merchandise. He urges supporters to only buy Charlie Kirk merchandise from Turning Point USA and approved websites that direct proceeds to his family, warning against others profiting from Charlie's death without supporting his family.

Donald Trump's Support for Netanyahu

Tatum addresses controversy surrounding Donald Trump's visit to the Knesset in Israel, where he suggested giving Netanyahu a pardon for what Tatum calls "trumped up charges." He defends Trump's actions against critics who he describes as having a "woke mind virus."

He points out that Trump successfully negotiated peace in the region after critics claimed there was a genocide. Tatum argues that Netanyahu's record in urban warfare shows the best combatant-to-civilian ratio in world history, with approximately 67,000 deaths in a population of two million over two years, with at least half being combatants.

Tatum compares this to actual genocides like the Holocaust (50% of European Jews killed) and Rwanda (one million killed in 100 days, representing 80% of the population). He argues that Israel's provision of aid, food, and warnings before strikes contradicts claims of genocide.

America's Connection to Israel

Responding to criticism of Miriam Adelson's support for Israel, Tatum explains the deep connection between America and Israel rooted in Judeo-Christian values. He notes that the highest population of Jewish people outside Israel is in the United States and that Christianity was founded by Jews in Israel.

Tatum shares his personal experience visiting Israel for two weeks and seeing biblical sites. He reads from Romans 11 to explain the biblical covenant between God and Israel, emphasizing that this covenant is irrevocable and that Gentile Christians are "grafted in" to the promises made to Israel.

He defends Miriam Adelson against accusations of controlling Trump, noting that Elon Musk donated $250 million to Trump's campaign compared to her $120 million, and Musk received a position in the White House leading DOGE while Adelson did not.

Non-Citizens Denied CDL Licenses

Tatum discusses new rules preventing non-citizens from obtaining or renewing commercial driver's licenses. He expresses disbelief that illegal immigrants were ever allowed to get CDL licenses, noting the danger of drivers who cannot read English road signs operating large vehicles.

He references a case in Florida where a driver who couldn't read English did a U-turn on a freeway with a semi-truck, killing people. Tatum criticizes the broken immigration system that allows asylum seekers to remain in the country for years before their court hearings, often without legitimate asylum claims.

He shares the story of a friend who owned sushi restaurants in Phoenix who was deported after ignoring a deportation order for 20 years, arguing that she had ample time to fix her immigration status. Tatum supports the government cracking down on these issues, emphasizing that American citizens should have access to these jobs.

Victoria Everett's False Accusations

Tatum addresses the case of Victoria Everett, a health and wellness influencer with over 700,000 followers who was caught on video confessing to lying about being sexually assaulted and getting multiple men sent to prison. He draws from his six and a half years as a police officer, stating that out of all the cases he took involving women accusing men, only two were legitimate.

He explains that many women use the system to leverage men, either out of embarrassment or regret, while actual victims often don't report their assaults. Tatum shares the story of Jonathan Turner, a defensive end at his school who was falsely accused and lost everything including his NFL prospects, only to be found not guilty two years later with the verdict buried on the back page of the newspaper.

Tatum calls for harsher penalties for false accusations, suggesting that those who deliberately lie should face the same sentence the accused would have received. He advises young people to avoid situations that could lead to false accusations and emphasizes the importance of marriage and fidelity.

Barack Obama's Divisive Legacy

Tatum criticizes Barack Obama's recent comments about Donald Trump, arguing that Obama could have been the greatest president and improved race relations but instead became "the most divisive, racially divisive president" in recent history. He points to surveys showing race relations progressively worsened during Obama's administration.

He argues that instead of encouraging young black men to work hard and pursue education, Obama pushed the narrative that America is racist and young black men don't have opportunities. Tatum contrasts this with his own book "Beaten Black and Blue: Being a Black Police Officer in America Under Siege," which analyzes famous police shootings.

Tatum notes that Obama did more for the LGBTQ community than for black people, unable to name a single piece of legislation Obama passed specifically to help black Americans. He points out that Chicago, Obama's hometown, remains a war zone with numerous deaths every weekend.

He also criticizes Michelle Obama for saying she was never proud of America until her husband became president, despite being educated and having opportunities. Tatum mentions Obama's controversial actions like sending pallets of money to Iran and the Benghazi incident under Hillary Clinton's watch as Secretary of State.

Response to Attacks on Stephen A. Smith

Tatum defends Stephen A. Smith against attacks from a podcast panel, describing Smith as "a good dude" who takes fair and balanced positions. He notes that while Smith has never voted for Trump and doesn't always agree with Tatum or Trump, he stands on principle and calls out Democrats when he disagrees with them.

He criticizes the Democratic Party's expectation that black Americans must be "locked in hook, line, and sinker" or be disowned. Tatum reminds viewers that the Democratic Party was the party of slavery, opposed the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments, and filibustered the Civil Rights Act led by Joe Biden.

Tatum takes issue with one panelist's victim mentality, pointing out that black women are statistically the most educated women of any race and have strong entrepreneurial success. He questions why she portrays herself as oppressed when she has a successful platform and opportunities.

He finds the personal attacks on Stephen A. Smith, including vulgar comments about his masculinity, inappropriate and notes the hypocrisy of calling for men to "organize" against Smith while claiming to support black men. Tatum argues that thinking independently shouldn't result in being labeled an "Uncle Tom" or sellout.

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