India, Dec. 22 -- Erika Kirk, widow of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, drew attention online after a verbal stumble while presenting an award at Turning Point USA's AmericaFest in Phoenix, Arizona. The 37-year-old was honoring Utah Valley University student Caleb Chilcutt with the Charlie Kirk Courage Award when she tripped over her words.'

"Despite the devastating loss of Charlie Kirk, my incredible husband, Caleb has persisted with the same grift, gift, grit. it has been a long day," Erika said during the presentation. She quickly reassured the student: "Trust me, you're not a grifter, honey. It's all good."

Chilcutt responded humorously by referencing the moment in his Instagram bio, calling himself "Turning Point's favorite grif...