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Trump White House scrambles to save Kirk’s young voter machine after his death

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Trump White House Scrambles to Save Kirk’s Young Voter Machine After His Death

The Trump White House is working to maintain Charlie Kirk’s influence with young voters after his assassination left a leadership gap at Turning Point USA.

Charlie Kirk, a prominent conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA, played a key role in mobilizing young voters in support of former President Donald Trump. His sudden death has created uncertainty about the future direction of the influential youth movement.

Efforts are now underway within the Trump administration and the broader conservative network to preserve and continue Kirk’s legacy and voter outreach. The focus remains on sustaining engagement with young Americans who have been pivotal to recent political campaigns.

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https://www.jpost.com/american-politics/article-868246

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Charlie Kirk Legacy Should Be in ‘Dustbin of History,’ Ilhan Omar Says

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Democratic U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar of Minnesota was confronted on Friday about whether she regrets the timing of her comments immediately following the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

In an interview on CNN, Omar stated, “It’s one thing to care about his life because obviously so many people loved him, including his children and wife. But I am not going to sit here and be judged for not wanting to honor any legacy this man has left behind. That should be in the dustbin of history, and we should hopefully move on and forget the hate that he spewed every single day.”

**Why It Matters**

The Democratic congresswoman emphasized that she does not align with Kirk’s legacy, describing it as filled with “hate” and “rage baiting.”

Charlie Kirk, 31, was a staunch supporter of former President Donald Trump and a prominent voice of MAGA for younger generations. He had a significant social media following and was the co-founder of Turning Point USA, where he hosted a popular podcast.

Kirk was fatally shot last week on the campus of Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, during a question and answer session.

**What To Know**
https://www.newsweek.com/charlie-kirk-legacy-should-dustbin-history-ilhan-omar-says-2132886