tldrdailynews.com logo
Tag

Turning Point Usa

All articles tagged with #turning point usa

politics7 days ago

MAGA’s Youth Fray: War Skepticism and Rising Costs Split the MAGA Base

TPUSA chapters in battleground states show young conservatives growing more skeptical of the Iran war and feeling betrayed by Trump’s “no new wars” pledge, while also grappling with high gas prices and living costs. Many look to Tucker Carlson as a more anti-war influence than GOP leaders, signaling a possible anti-intervention tilt within the MAGA base. Polls indicate a generational split, with younger Trump supporters less enthusiastic about intervention than older Republicans. The mood could strain MAGA unity ahead of 2028, as students urge an open primary and question whether Rubio or Vance can rally the next generation.

via Politico|
#carlson#gen-z#iran-war
Trump's Indiana Payback Push Flops as Rally Draws Four
politics21 days ago

Trump's Indiana Payback Push Flops as Rally Draws Four

Trump’s bid to punish Indiana Republicans who opposed a redistricting map is off to a rocky start, with a Brenda Wilson rally drawing only four attendees. Despite heavy MAGA funding and Turning Point USA backing, the push struggles to gain traction, while Indiana Republicans counter with millions in spending and skepticism from observers that revenge is a viable strategy. Several Trump-backed candidates have toured D.C. in March, but local momentum remains weak and Trump has yet to visit Indiana since making the primaries claim.

via The Daily Beast|
#donald-j-trump#elections#indiana
Kubrick’s Daughter Targets Erika Kirk on X, Calls for TPUSA Shutdown
politics25 days ago

Kubrick’s Daughter Targets Erika Kirk on X, Calls for TPUSA Shutdown

Vivian Kubrick, daughter of film director Stanley Kubrick, blasted Erika Kirk on X with a venomous post, calling her speech ghastly and inauthentic and labeling her a threat to the country, while urging leaders to sever ties with Turning Point USA; Erika Kirk had addressed TPUSA supporters via a pre-recorded video amid ongoing coverage of her public appearances and her husband Charlie Kirk.

via New York Post|
#charlie-kirk#erika-kirk#politics
Minnesota family faces federal charges for assaulting TPUSA reporter at anti-ICE protest
us-news26 days ago

Minnesota family faces federal charges for assaulting TPUSA reporter at anti-ICE protest

A Minnesota father, mother and their daughter were indicted on federal charges for allegedly assaulting Turning Point USA reporter Savanah Hernandez during an April anti-ICE protest outside the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Fort Snelling. Christopher Ostroushko (51) and Paige Ostroushko (20) face charges of interference with a federally protected activity and assault, while Deyanna Ostroushko (46) is charged with assault; Hernandez suffered a concussion and other injuries. The FBI led the investigation and the DOJ said the incident was not peaceful protest. Christopher Ostroushko also faces a separate state fifth-degree assault charge in Hennepin County. The defendants are set to appear in court May 12. Hernandez thanked the DOJ/FBI for the investigation, and prosecutors warned that political violence will be punished.

via New York Post|
#assault#department-of-justice#ice
Three Ostroushkos Indicted for Assaulting Journalist During Anti-ICE Protest Coverage
crime26 days ago

Three Ostroushkos Indicted for Assaulting Journalist During Anti-ICE Protest Coverage

The Department of Justice unsealed a federal grand jury indictment charging Christopher Ostroushko, Deyanna Ostroushko, and Paige Ostroushko with assaulting journalist Savannah Hernandez while she reported on an anti-ICE protest outside a federal building in St. Paul, Minnesota on April 11, 2026; two defendants are also charged with willfully injuring and intimidating her. The FBI, HSI, and Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office are investigating, and officials emphasize presumption of innocence until proven guilty.

via Department of Justice (.gov)|
#anti-ice-protest#assault-on-journalist#crime
Baylor's Free-Speech Moment: Conservative Tour and Inclusive Voices Clash on Campus
education1 month ago

Baylor's Free-Speech Moment: Conservative Tour and Inclusive Voices Clash on Campus

Baylor University in Waco hosted two competing, campus-approved events in one evening—Turning Point USA’s conservative speakers and a progressive, LGBTQ+-inclusive gathering—highlighting the university’s evolving stance on free speech amid its Christian identity. The approvals sparked debate about changing campus norms, tension with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, and ongoing discussions about sexuality and inclusion within Baylor’s community.

via The Texas Tribune|
#baylor-university#campus-politics#education
End of the Kirk Era: Arkansas Chapter Splits from Turning Point USA and Rebrands
politics1 month ago

End of the Kirk Era: Arkansas Chapter Splits from Turning Point USA and Rebrands

At the University of Arkansas, the campus Turning Point USA chapter severed ties with the national group and rebranded as Young American Revival, citing disagreements over Turning Point’s direction, Israel/Iran policy framing, and alignment with Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders. The split—driven by concern that Turning Point had strayed from conservative policy and values in Kirk’s absence—illustrates ongoing questions about the movement’s future and identity. While Turning Point has expanded nationally (thousands of chapters), the local move highlights internal fractures; the renamed group drew about 20 attendees at its first meeting, far below the peak of roughly 450 members the chapter saw after Kirk’s memorial. The outcome remains uncertain for the hundreds of members and the broader conservative youth movement.

via The New York Times|
#campus-politics#charlie-kirk#politics
TPUSA Pins Liberal Tactics on Sparse JD Vance Crowd in Athens
politics1 month ago

TPUSA Pins Liberal Tactics on Sparse JD Vance Crowd in Athens

Turning Point USA blamed liberal groups for the sparse JD Vance event in Athens, noting about 2,000 attendees out of roughly 10,000 free tickets and a venue that could fit about 4,000 once the stage was set. Erika Kirk did not appear due to security concerns, while Vance spoke with TPUSA’s Andrew Kolvet. The turnout drew mockery from Morning Joe and online critics, but the Secret Service said there was no credible threat.

via The Daily Beast|
#charlie-kirk#erika-kirk#georgia
Vance rally in Athens centers on Iran policy and midterms amid security concerns
politics1 month ago

Vance rally in Athens centers on Iran policy and midterms amid security concerns

Vice President JD Vance spoke at a Turning Point USA event in Athens, GA, after Erika Kirk—wife of the group’s founder—skipped the appearance due to “serious threats.” Vance touched on Iran, noted a ceasefire without a final deal, and urged students to stay engaged as midterm elections approach. Security was tight around the venue, with protesters kept at a distance and a largely supportive crowd asking questions and cheering.

via Online Athens|
#athens-georgia#iran#jd-vance