Overview
- Jeanie Beeman took the stage at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest in Phoenix, receiving a standing ovation and a public embrace from Erika Kirk.
- A GiveSendGo campaign for Beeman surpassed $260,000 by Saturday evening, and organizers raised the target to $300,000.
- Michelea Ponce, identified as the woman who filmed and berated Beeman, issued a public apology accepting full responsibility for her actions.
- Chico police have indicated they will not pursue charges tied to the incident after reviewing the circumstances.
- Enloe Health condemned the off‑hours behavior as “abhorrent” and declined to comment on personnel matters, and Beeman has told the fundraiser organizer she may retire though no decision has been announced.