Federal Agencies Heighten Vigilance Before Charlie Kirk Memorial

(MENAFN) National security organizations are closely observing multiple unverified threats in connection with the upcoming memorial gathering for Charlie Kirk, which is scheduled for this Sunday in Glendale, Arizona, according to a security review made public on Thursday.

The threats — while their authenticity remains uncertain — allegedly focus on high-profile guests such as US President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and members of the Kirk family, as reported by a news agency.

A briefing note distributed by the FBI, Department of Homeland Security, Secret Service, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives cautioned that violent radicals or independent assailants might see the memorial service as a possible target because of the presence of notable figures, including top-level officials and political leaders, along with the extensive media attention the event is receiving.

This internal communication, obtained by the news agency, was circulated among both law enforcement bodies and government institutions.

Given the potential danger, DHS has classified the funeral as a Special Event Assessment Rating (SEAR) Level 1 occasion — the maximum tier of security, typically reserved for major events like the Super Bowl or the Boston Marathon.

While authorities emphasize that no verified or specific plan against the service has emerged, they remain vigilant because of the general threat landscape and recent episodes of political violence, especially within the state of Arizona.

The assessment points to individual attackers as the main source of concern, though it also acknowledges potential threats from domestic extremists and international terror organizations.

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