Erika Kirk skips Georgia event due to threats, Vance says

Turning Point USA event at the University of Georgia canceled after concerns over safety

Apr. 14, 2026 at 10:10pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a crumpled, torn event flyer with a harsh, direct flash illuminating the damaged paper texture, conceptually representing the disruption and security concerns surrounding a political event.A tattered event flyer reflects the disruption and security concerns that have surrounded some political gatherings in recent years.El Paso Today

Erika Kirk, a prominent conservative activist, did not attend a Turning Point USA event at the University of Georgia due to threats she received ahead of the gathering, according to Turning Point USA founder Charlie Vance.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the growing concerns over political violence and safety threats that have disrupted events and activities across the country in recent years, particularly for high-profile conservative figures.

The details

Vance said Kirk was "very worried" about the threats and decided not to attend the event as a result. The University of Georgia event was ultimately canceled due to the security concerns. Turning Point USA is a conservative non-profit organization that hosts events and activities on college campuses nationwide.

  • The threats against Erika Kirk were received in the days leading up to the scheduled Turning Point USA event at the University of Georgia.

The players

Erika Kirk

A prominent conservative activist who was scheduled to speak at the Turning Point USA event at the University of Georgia.

Charlie Vance

The founder of Turning Point USA, the conservative non-profit organization that planned the event at the University of Georgia.

Turning Point USA

A conservative non-profit organization that hosts events and activities on college campuses nationwide.

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What they’re saying

“She was very worried.”

— Charlie Vance, Founder, Turning Point USA

The takeaway

This incident reflects the heightened tensions and security concerns that have surrounded political events and activities, particularly for high-profile conservative figures, in recent years. It underscores the challenges of hosting public events and the need for robust safety measures to protect participants.