Congressman Flood: Let's Honor Charlie Kirk by Defending First Amendment Freedoms

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Congressman Mike Flood (R-NE) delivered remarks on the House floor ahead of Constitution Day, which is observed on September 17, 2025. Congressman Flood focused his remarks on upholding and defending First Amendment rights following the assassination of conservative figure Charlie Kirk.

A video of his remarks can be accessed by clicking here. News outlets are welcome to use the footage for reporting purposes. The full text of Congressman Flood's speech is provided below.

Mister Speaker. I rise as Constitution Day approaches.

The assassination of Charlie Kirk is a watershed moment for free speech. Charlie made a name for himself exercising his First Amendment rights and he was shot while answering a question from a liberal influencer.

His assassination sends a message that if you disagree on the wrong issues, you might end up paying for it - even with your life.

Regardless of politics, Americans don't want a country where people are shot for their views.

Freedom of speech is under serious threat. From gender ideology to race, the far left has weaponized political correctness, punishing dissenters with social and professional consequences.

If we want the First Amendment to survive this moment, we must restore respect for the rule of law and confront the factors fueling division.

Charlie Kirk was reaching out to the other side when he died, and to honor his legacy, we should do the same.

Thank you, and I yield back.