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Here's a gift link to a piece about Columbus Ohio becoming a magnet for high tech companies... nytimes.com/2026/06/05/bus…
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A while ago, probably in 2017, I appeared on Tucker Carlson's Fox show to talk about God knows what. Afterwards a name I barely knew sent me a DM on twitter and told me I did a great job. It was Charlie Kirk, and that moment of kindness began a friendship that lasted until today.
Charlie was fascinated by ideas and always willing to learn and change his mind. Like me, he was skeptical of Donald Trump in 2016. Like me, he came to see President Trump as the only figure capable of moving American politics away from the globalism that had dominated for our entire lives. When others were right, he learned from them. When he was right--as he usually was--he was generous. With Charlie, the attitude was never, "I told you so." But: "welcome."
Charlie was one of the first people I called when I thought about running for senate in early 2021. I was interested but skeptical there was a pathway. We talked through everything, from the strategy to the fundraising to the grassroots of the movement he knew so well. He introduced me to some of the people who would run my campaign and also to Donald Trump Jr. "Like his dad, he's misunderstood. He's extremely smart, and very much on our wavelength." Don took a call from me because Charlie asked him too.
Long before I ever committed (even in my mind) to running, Charlie had me speak to his donors at a TPUSA event. He walked me around the room and introduced me. He gave me honest feedback on my remarks. He had no reason to do this, no expectation that I'd go anywhere. I was polling, at that point, well below 5 percent. He did it because we were friends, and because he was a good man.
When I became the VP nominee--something Charlie advocated for both in public and private--Charlie was there for me. I was so glad to be part of the president's team, but candidly surprised by the effect it had on our family. Our kids, especially our oldest, struggled with the attention and the constant presence of the protective detail. I felt this acute sense of guilt, that I had conscripted my kids into this life without getting their permission. And Charlie was constantly calling and texting, checking on our family and offering guidance and prayers. Some of our most successful events were organized not by the campaign, but by TPUSA. He wasn't just a thinker, he was a doer, turning big ideas into bigger events with thousands of activists. And after every event, he would give me a big hug, tell me he was praying for me, and ask me what he could do. "You focus on Wisconsin," he'd tell me. "Arizona is in the bag." And it was.
Charlie genuinely believed in and loved Jesus Christ. He had a profound faith. We used to argue about Catholicism and Protestantism and who was right about minor doctrinal questions. Because he loved God, he wanted to understand him.
Someone else pointed out that Charlie died doing what he loved: discussing ideas. He would go into these hostile crowds and answer their questions. If it was a friendly crowd, and a progressive asked a question to jeers from the audience, he'd encourage his fans to calm down and let everyone speak. He exemplified a foundational virtue of our Republic: the willingness to speak openly and debate ideas.
Charlie had an uncanny ability to know when to push the envelope and when to be more conventional. I've seen people attack him for years for being wrong on this or that issue publicly, never realizing that privately he was working to broaden the scope of acceptable debate.
He was a great family man. I was talking to President Trump in the Oval Office today, and he said, "I know he was a very good friend of yours." I nodded silently, and President Trump observed that Charlie really loved his family. The president was right. Charlie was so proud of Erika and the two kids. He was so happy to be a father. And he felt such gratitude for having found a woman of God with whom he could build a family.
Charlie Kirk was a true friend. The kind of guy you could say something to and know it would always stay with him. I am on more than a few group chats with Charlie and people he introduced me to over the years. We celebrate weddings and babies, bust each other's chops, and mourn the loss of loved ones. We talk about politics and policy and sports and life. These group chats include people at the very highest level of our government. They trusted him, loved him, and knew he'd always have their backs. And because he was a true friend ,you could instinctively trust the people Charlie introduced you to. So much of the success we've had in this administration traces directly to Charlie's ability to organize and convene. He didn't just help us win in 2024, he helped us staff the entire government.
I was in a meeting in the West Wing when those group chats started lighting up with people telling Charlie they were praying for him. And that's how I learned the news that my friend had been shot. I prayed a lot over the next hour, as first good news and then bad trickled in.
God didn't answer those prayers, and that's OK. He had other plans. And now that Charlie is in heaven, I'll ask him to talk to big man directly on behalf of his family, his friends, and the country he loved so dearly.
You ran a good race, my friend.
We've got it from here.
Charlie was fascinated by ideas and always willing to learn and change his mind. Like me, he was skeptical of Donald Trump in 2016. Like me, he came to see President Trump as the only figure capable of moving American politics away from the globalism that had dominated for our entire lives. When others were right, he learned from them. When he was right--as he usually was--he was generous. With Charlie, the attitude was never, "I told you so." But: "welcome."
Charlie was one of the first people I called when I thought about running for senate in early 2021. I was interested but skeptical there was a pathway. We talked through everything, from the strategy to the fundraising to the grassroots of the movement he knew so well. He introduced me to some of the people who would run my campaign and also to Donald Trump Jr. "Like his dad, he's misunderstood. He's extremely smart, and very much on our wavelength." Don took a call from me because Charlie asked him too.
Long before I ever committed (even in my mind) to running, Charlie had me speak to his donors at a TPUSA event. He walked me around the room and introduced me. He gave me honest feedback on my remarks. He had no reason to do this, no expectation that I'd go anywhere. I was polling, at that point, well below 5 percent. He did it because we were friends, and because he was a good man.
When I became the VP nominee--something Charlie advocated for both in public and private--Charlie was there for me. I was so glad to be part of the president's team, but candidly surprised by the effect it had on our family. Our kids, especially our oldest, struggled with the attention and the constant presence of the protective detail. I felt this acute sense of guilt, that I had conscripted my kids into this life without getting their permission. And Charlie was constantly calling and texting, checking on our family and offering guidance and prayers. Some of our most successful events were organized not by the campaign, but by TPUSA. He wasn't just a thinker, he was a doer, turning big ideas into bigger events with thousands of activists. And after every event, he would give me a big hug, tell me he was praying for me, and ask me what he could do. "You focus on Wisconsin," he'd tell me. "Arizona is in the bag." And it was.
Charlie genuinely believed in and loved Jesus Christ. He had a profound faith. We used to argue about Catholicism and Protestantism and who was right about minor doctrinal questions. Because he loved God, he wanted to understand him.
Someone else pointed out that Charlie died doing what he loved: discussing ideas. He would go into these hostile crowds and answer their questions. If it was a friendly crowd, and a progressive asked a question to jeers from the audience, he'd encourage his fans to calm down and let everyone speak. He exemplified a foundational virtue of our Republic: the willingness to speak openly and debate ideas.
Charlie had an uncanny ability to know when to push the envelope and when to be more conventional. I've seen people attack him for years for being wrong on this or that issue publicly, never realizing that privately he was working to broaden the scope of acceptable debate.
He was a great family man. I was talking to President Trump in the Oval Office today, and he said, "I know he was a very good friend of yours." I nodded silently, and President Trump observed that Charlie really loved his family. The president was right. Charlie was so proud of Erika and the two kids. He was so happy to be a father. And he felt such gratitude for having found a woman of God with whom he could build a family.
Charlie Kirk was a true friend. The kind of guy you could say something to and know it would always stay with him. I am on more than a few group chats with Charlie and people he introduced me to over the years. We celebrate weddings and babies, bust each other's chops, and mourn the loss of loved ones. We talk about politics and policy and sports and life. These group chats include people at the very highest level of our government. They trusted him, loved him, and knew he'd always have their backs. And because he was a true friend ,you could instinctively trust the people Charlie introduced you to. So much of the success we've had in this administration traces directly to Charlie's ability to organize and convene. He didn't just help us win in 2024, he helped us staff the entire government.
I was in a meeting in the West Wing when those group chats started lighting up with people telling Charlie they were praying for him. And that's how I learned the news that my friend had been shot. I prayed a lot over the next hour, as first good news and then bad trickled in.
God didn't answer those prayers, and that's OK. He had other plans. And now that Charlie is in heaven, I'll ask him to talk to big man directly on behalf of his family, his friends, and the country he loved so dearly.
You ran a good race, my friend.
We've got it from here.
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Thank you @shaunmmaguire for bringing the truth to light. I visited the Kibbutz Nir Oz and the Nova music festival site after the October 7th attack. I saw firsthand the devastation that Islamist radicals can unleash on innocent people living their life in peace. Watch this powerful video on Mamdani—it’s an important message that needs to be heard. #NeverAgain #StandWithTruth
The New York Times wrote a hit piece about me, so I made a 45 minute video showing they're full of shit~
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ICYMI, @Qualcomm was on site in Ohio for the launch of Eagle Electronics’ new facility. This important investment in U.S. manufacturing will strengthen America’s semiconductor workforce and help power a more connected future.
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I’ve been fortunate to meet many great people in Silicon Valley! We lost one of the great ones this week. Dick Kramlich was one of the founders of venture capital in the Silicon Valley. More importantly he was smart, kind, and a great help to all entrepreneurs! He will be truly missed!
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Congrats to the whole team for bringing semiconductor manufacturing back to the states!
Pumped to share what I've been working on the past few months.
We’re doing things at @eagleassemblies that are easy to be proud of: onshoring manufacturing of critical technologies, helping global manufacturers guarantee continuity of supply to their customers, and allowing North American enterprises to source critical components closer to their end customers
let's go!!
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This simple 50 second video demonstrates the REAL meaning of Memorial Day 🇺🇸
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For anyone walking near or on frozen lakes. Always wondered what one was suppose to do.
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🔉Sound on. Israelis gathered on their balconies to sing Israel’s national anthem together.
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🏁 @porsche_sprint champions crowned at @IMS.
🏆 Congrats:
992 Pro-Am: Zachary Vanier (@mdkmotorsports)
991: @AshleyFreiberg (@mdkmotorsports)
992 Am: David Williams (@TPCRacing)
Cayman Am: Jason Golan (@KellyMossRacing)
Cayman Pro-Am: Paul Bocuse Jr (@mdkmotorsports)
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🏆 Congrats:
992 Pro-Am: Zachary Vanier (@mdkmotorsports)
991: @AshleyFreiberg (@mdkmotorsports)
992 Am: David Williams (@TPCRacing)
Cayman Am: Jason Golan (@KellyMossRacing)
Cayman Pro-Am: Paul Bocuse Jr (@mdkmotorsports)
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24 Le Mans is not only a celebration for the drivers but also for the fans. Today during the parade we could meet countless crowds. This also motivates and gives extra energy💪

See for yourself📸
#IEC | #24LeMans | #LeMansCentenary 💯


See for yourself📸
#IEC | #24LeMans | #LeMansCentenary 💯

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Good morning🙂 – the plan for today is simple – lots of driving⤵️:
➡️24 Le Mans:
14:00 – 17:00 Free Practice 1
19:00 – 20:00 Qualifying
22:00 – 0:00 – Free Practice 2
⏱️Live timing: live.fiawec.com
➡️Road to Le Mans:
11:30 – 12:30 Free Practice 1
20:30 – 21:30 Free ng: live.lemanscup.com/en/
Enjoy👊
#IEC | #LeMans24 | #LeMansCentenary💯
➡️24 Le Mans:
14:00 – 17:00 Free Practice 1
19:00 – 20:00 Qualifying
22:00 – 0:00 – Free Practice 2
⏱️Live timing: live.fiawec.com
➡️Road to Le Mans:
11:30 – 12:30 Free Practice 1
20:30 – 21:30 Free ng: live.lemanscup.com/en/
Enjoy👊
#IEC | #LeMans24 | #LeMansCentenary💯
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Today our beasts stay in the garages but that doesn't mean nothing is happening😁 The plan for today⤵️:
⏱️14:00 - 15:00 Autograph Session
⏱️15:15 - 16:30 Pit Stop Challenge
#IEC | #LeMans24 | #LeMansCentenary💯
⏱️14:00 - 15:00 Autograph Session
⏱️15:15 - 16:30 Pit Stop Challenge
#IEC | #LeMans24 | #LeMansCentenary💯
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Track walk🚶♂️is s one of the most important parts of a race. Each track changes every year, new bumps develop, on the street circuits there are always new surprises, so the track walk is an easy way to look and see what is new.
#IEC | #LeMans24 | #LeMansCentenary
#IEC | #LeMans24 | #LeMansCentenary
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“JobsOhio squarely centers innovation as the strategy for the state's growth” —Sad Dug 😔 from @PaulaGardner’s brutally honest report on Ohio vs Michigan
What Michigan can learn from booming Columbus, Ohio bit.ly/3qaDBpD
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Went on a hike with Indy to reflect on the launch this past week.
So grateful for our hard working teams, who built and launched Memberships. They executed with professionalism and grace, which is always a privilege to watch.
Yet more appreciative of the 3D community for ships. The response to the first, IP protection enabled, 3D membership platform was overwhelming - thank you for helping designers pursue their passion full time!
Loved all the feedback, please keep it coming - because we remain, just getting started over here 🚀
So grateful for our hard working teams, who built and launched Memberships. They executed with professionalism and grace, which is always a privilege to watch.
Yet more appreciative of the 3D community for ships. The response to the first, IP protection enabled, 3D membership platform was overwhelming - thank you for helping designers pursue their passion full time!
Loved all the feedback, please keep it coming - because we remain, just getting started over here 🚀
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