Trump Appoints Erika Kirk to U.S. Air Force Academy Board

has appointed to serve on the Board of Visitors.

Erika Kirk is the widow of conservative activist , who was killed in 2025. Following his death, she assumed leadership as CEO and board chair of .

Role of the Board

The Board of Visitors oversees and evaluates several aspects of the academy’s operations, including:

Cadet morale and discipline

Academic curriculum and instruction

Physical facilities and equipment

Financial and administrative matters

The board reviews these areas to ensure the academy continues to meet its mission of training future officers for the .

Continuing Charlie Kirk’s Legacy

Erika Kirk had originally been nominated by Trump in March 2025, before the death of Charlie Kirk. After his passing, lawmakers supported her appointment to continue his work on the board.

According to , who serves as chair of the board, Erika Kirk is well suited to continue inspiring future service members.

He described Charlie Kirk as “a passionate champion for the Academy and its mission of service before self.”