UPDATE: The Turning Point USA “This Is the Turning Point Tour” is underway today at Auburn University, featuring notable speakers Eric Trump, Lara Trump, and Erika Kirk, the widow of the late Charlie Kirk. This high-profile event, which also includes Senator Tommy Tuberville and conservative commentator Benny Johnson, is set to begin shortly, with doors opening at 5 p.m. CT and the program officially kicking off at 6:30 p.m. CT.
The event will take place in Neville Arena and is being streamed live on LiveNOW from FOX. This gathering is particularly poignant following the tragic death of Charlie Kirk, who was shot on September 10, 2023, during the first stop of his American Comeback Tour at Utah Valley University. Kirk’s assassination has raised significant concerns over political violence and campus security.
“We are committed to continuing Charlie’s mission and ensuring his legacy lives on,” stated Erika Kirk ahead of the event.
This tour aims to mobilize students around the principles of fiscal responsibility, free markets, and limited government, which Charlie Kirk championed since founding Turning Point USA in 2012. The atmosphere is charged as attendees gather to honor his memory and push forward with their message.
The tragic circumstances surrounding Charlie Kirk’s death remain fresh in the minds of many. The alleged shooter, Tyler Robinson, aged 22, is facing multiple charges, including aggravated murder, with prosecutors pursuing the death penalty. He fired a shot from over 140 yards away while Kirk addressed a crowd of approximately 3,000 people. The event lacked adequate security checks, raising alarms about safety at political gatherings.
As the Auburn community and supporters of Turning Point USA come together today, the implications of this event extend beyond the university. The tragedy has ignited a nationwide discussion on the balance between free speech and the safety of public events.
Stay tuned for live updates as this urgent event unfolds. The presence of influential figures like Eric and Lara Trump, along with the emotional backdrop of Erika Kirk’s journey, makes this a pivotal moment for Turning Point USA and its supporters.
Watch this space for developments as the event progresses and more reactions emerge from attendees and speakers alike.
