Chaos unfolded on the House floor this week as lawmakers clashed over a tribute to a fallen conservative figure.
Breitbart reported that on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, a moment of silence for assassinated conservative activist Charlie Kirk turned into a shouting match when Rep. Lauren Boebert of Colorado demanded a spoken prayer, sparking heated exchanges among House members.
The disruption occurred during a solemn pause to honor Charlie Kirk, who was tragically killed while speaking at a Turning Point USA event at Utah Valley University earlier that day.
Rep. Lauren Boebert, a Republican from Colorado, broke the quiet to insist on an audible prayer, declaring, “Silent prayers get silent results.”
Her request was met with immediate opposition as several Democratic lawmakers vocally rejected the idea, leading to a tense back-and-forth.
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, a Republican from Florida, also joined the fray, standing to accuse others of instigating the conflict with her sharp words, “You all caused this.”
House Speaker Mike Johnson struggled to regain control, repeatedly striking his gavel to quell the uproar.
He eventually assured the assembly, saying, “We will join for prayer right after this, OK?” to calm the escalating tension.
Before the interruption, the moment of silence had been observed for a brief period, after which regular proceedings were set to resume.
In the wake of the incident, Speaker Johnson urged members to rise for a prayer for Charlie Kirk and his family, hoping to refocus the gathering.
Charlie Kirk, survived by his wife, Erika, and two children, was a prominent figure in conservative circles, and his death has reverberated across the political spectrum.
President Donald Trump paid tribute to Kirk, expressing deep admiration and extending condolences to his family with heartfelt words. Below is an excerpt from his statement:
The Great, and even Legendary, Charlie Kirk, is dead. No one understood or had the Heart of the Youth in the United States of America better than Charlie. He was loved and admired by ALL, especially me, and now, he is no longer with us. Melania and my Sympathies go out to his beautiful wife Erika, and family. Charlie, we love you!
Democratic leaders, including Democrat National Committee Chairman Ken Martin, have also condemned the assassination as a tragic act of political violence, emphasizing the need for unity and the rejection of such acts, while reflecting on the broader context of rising tensions in the nation on Wednesday, September 10, 2025.
