Turning Point USA (TPUSA) is a prominent right-wing political organization founded in 2012 by Charlie Kirk when he was 18 years old. Its mission is to identify, educate, train, and organize students to promote conservative principles such as fiscal responsibility, free markets, limited government, and freedom. The group is highly active on college and high school campuses with over 3,500 chapters nationwide, engaging young people through events, conferences, and media like "The Charlie Kirk Show." TPUSA is closely aligned with the MAGA movement and played a significant role in mobilizing young voters for President Donald Trump's 2024 reelection campaign. The organization is known for its provocative stance against "woke" ideologies and initiatives like Black Lives Matter, promoting instead conservative views on race, economics, immigration, and culture. They also support the NRA and fossil fuel use and counter the Cultural Marxism conspiracy theory on campuses. The founder, Charlie Kirk, was assassinated in 2025 during a TPUSA event, but the organization continues to grow and remain influential among conservative youth.
Key aspects of Turning Point USA:
- Founded by Charlie Kirk in 2012 at age 18.
- Focus: Educating and mobilizing young conservatives on fiscal responsibility, free markets, and limited government.
- Active at over 3,500 campuses in all 50 states.
- Involved in organizing debates, rallies, conferences, and voter registration.
- Produces conservative media and podcasts centered on right-wing political discourse.
- Played a vital role in turning out young voters for Donald Trump's 2024 campaign.
- Known for opposition to progressive movements and initiatives perceived as "woke."
- Supports gun rights, fossil fuels, and challenges Cultural Marxism on campuses.
- Continues influence after founder's assassination in 2025.
