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Turning Point USA, a right-wing youth organization, has experienced some difficult revelations. Rep. Austin Smith, a senior leader in the organization, has withdrawn his reelection bid amid accusations of election fraud. Additionally, two Turning Point journalists have admitted to harassing and assaulting a gay Arizona State University instructor. Finally, Turning Point Action’s COO Tyler Bowyer and a key ally, Sen. Jake Hoffman, may face criminal charges for posing as fake electors.
Turning Point USA Faces Controversy Over Election Fraud and Harassment
It’s been a challenging week for Turning Point USA, a right-wing youth organization. The group is facing accusations of election fraud and harassment, which has led to a fallout among its members.
Rep. Austin Smith, a senior leader in Turning Point, hurried to revoke his reelection bid due to allegations of election fraud. Following this, two Turning Point “journalists” admitted to harassing and assaulting a gay Arizona State University instructor last fall.
Turning Point’s Influence on Republican Party Politics
Turning Point USA has become a significant force in Republican Party politics. In Arizona, where it was founded, it has revolutionized the state Republican Party and has faced backlash for its controversial views and actions.
Its founder, Charlie Kirk, has been vocal about his beliefs, which has led to tensions within the party. Kirk orchestrated the ouster of Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel and has made controversial comments about the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., Black airline pilots, and women on birth control.
Turning Point Reporter Bullies ASU Professor
Turning Point reporter Kalen D’Almeida and videographer Braden Ellis harassed an LGBTQ+ English instructor at ASU last fall. The instructor, David Boyles, was ambushed as he left his class, leading to a physical altercation.
Turning Point reporter D’Almeida and videographer Ellis admitted to harassing and, in D’Almeida’s case, assaulting Boyles in court. D’Almeida stated, “I do not contest my guilt in this matter because I admit that I committed the offense as charged.”
Possible Charges for Arizona’s Fake Electors
Attorney General Kris Mayes is reportedly close to a decision after a year-long investigation of Arizona’s fake electors. Among the 11 are Tyler Bowyer and Sen. Jake Hoffman, key figures in Turning Point. These individuals may soon face court charges for attempting to steal Arizona’s vote, undermining democracy in the process.
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