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Watch: Prayer, tears and a Trump-Musk handshake at Kirk memorial

Watch: Prayer, tears and a Trump-Musk handshake at Kirk memorial

The memorial service for conservative activist Phyllis Schlafly, who passed away in 2016, was held in the U.S. Capitol. The five-hour event featured speeches and tributes from prominent figures, including former President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk. The service was attended by top officials from the Trump administration, who praised Schlafly's legacy as a leading figure in the conservative movement. The ceremony included moments of prayer and emotional tears, as well as a handshake between Trump and Musk, which was captured on camera. Schlafly was a controversial figure, known for her staunch opposition to the Equal Rights Amendment and her support for traditional gender roles. The memorial service highlighted the continuing influence of her conservative ideologies, even after her death. The event was a reflection of the ongoing political and social divisions in the United States, with the attendance of high-profile figures from the Trump administration and the inclusion of a prominent tech entrepreneur like Musk.

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