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NewsWashington ExaminerApril 3, 2026United States

Turning Point USA Launches Spring College Tour at George Washington University

Turning Point USA (TPUSA) kicked off its spring college tour at George Washington University, featuring CEO Erika Kirk and White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt. The event focused on themes of free speech, faith, and critiques of modern journalism, while also addressing questions regarding the SAVE America Act and voter fraud.

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Why It Matters

The event marks the continuation of a national campus tour by a prominent political organization following the 2025 death of its former leader, Charlie Kirk, and serves as a platform for discussing federal policy issues like voter identification laws.

Key Facts

  • Turning Point USA (TPUSA) began its spring college tour at George Washington University on April 2, 2026.
  • The event featured speakers including Erika Kirk, Karoline Leavitt, Jack Posobiec, Laine Schoneberger, and Joshua Haymes.
  • Charlie Kirk, former TPUSA leader, was killed in September 2025 at Utah Valley University.
  • Tyler Robinson is charged with the murder of Charlie Kirk and is scheduled for a court appearance on May 18.
  • The TPUSA tour is scheduled to visit the University of Georgia (April 14), Ohio State University (April 21), and Baylor University (April 22).
  • Karoline Leavitt expressed support for making voter ID a national legal requirement during the event's Q&A session.
  • The event was held at Lisner Auditorium, which has a capacity of approximately 1,400 seats.
  • Attendance for the tour events is free and operates on a first-come, first-served basis.

Who's Mentioned

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