Right-wing US movement continues campus tour without founder Kirk
Following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, his youth movement has seen a surge in support. A Turning Point USA event at Virginia Tech drew 2,500 attendees, many expressing a renewed commitment to Kirk's ideals. Young supporters like Kieran Owen and Levi Testerman cited Kirk's influence on their political views, while older individuals like Melissa Lucas Gardner, who was previously unaware of Kirk, have become followers after his death.
Following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, his youth movement has seen a surge in support. A Turning Point USA event at Virginia Tech drew 2,500 attendees, many expressing a renewed commitment to Kirk's ideals. Young supporters like Kieran Owen and Levi Testerman cited Kirk's influence on their political views, while older individuals like Melissa Lucas Gardner, who was previously unaware of Kirk, have become followers after his death.
