Senator Tim Scott addressed recent events involving Charlie Kirk and a Senate prayer in a series of posts on September 10, 2025.
In his first post of the day, Scott highlighted the opening prayer at the Senate by Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman, President of Yeshiva University. On September 10, he wrote: “Rabbi Dr. @AriBermanYU, President of Yeshiva University, opened the Senate this morning with an inspiring prayer. His words spoke to humanity’s desire for a meaningful life and served as a reminder that public service is a commitment to guiding our nation so all Americans can https://t.co/ofYXzJG89a”.
Later that day, Scott expressed his condolences regarding an incident at Utah Valley University involving Charlie Kirk. At 19:42 UTC, he posted: “Keeping Charlie Kirk and his family in my prayers following today’s tragic incident at Utah Valley University.”
By late evening, Scott commented further on the situation with Kirk. At 22:21 UTC on September 10, he stated: “Lord, come quickly.
The assassination of Charlie Kirk is heartbreaking, disgusting, and disturbing. This political violence must end. This is not who we are as Americans. Charlie embodied how to debate our differences. We do it through words, not violence.
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Charlie Kirk was known for his role as a conservative activist and commentator in American politics.
