"Well, in some ways, it looks a lot like Turning Point events I've covered before. There's lots of merch sporting conservative and Christian ideas, plus a lineup of speeches from prominent right-wing politicians and media personalities who often walk out to fireworks and light displays, almost like a concert. Hanging over this event are also a ton of reminders of Charlie Kirk and his death."
"MOORE: Well, she's vowed to continue her husband's work and push the organization forward, really leaning in on his message to, you know, build up the GOP youth branch. (SOUNDBITE OF ARCHIVED RECORDING) ERIKA KIRK: Don't you dare let anyone tell you you're too young, you're not smart enough, and you're not connected enough. As long as you're a part of Turning Point USA, we will empower you and give whatever you need to"
Turning Point USA convened AmericaFest in Phoenix with more than 30,000 supporters attending the group's first national conference since Charlie Kirk's death. The conference featured conservative and Christian-themed merchandise, a lineup of speeches from prominent right‑wing politicians and media figures, and concert-like fireworks and light displays. Numerous tributes and reminders of Kirk appeared, including shirts modeled on the white "freedom" tee he wore and a tent imitating the Prove Me Wrong event. Erika Kirk has assumed the CEO role and pledged to continue her husband's work, emphasizing empowerment of young GOP activists and expansion of the youth branch. Internal divisions within the MAGA movement were evident.
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