Overview

• The board announced on Thursday, September 18, that it unanimously elected Erika Kirk to lead the organization as chief executive and chair.
• Turning Point USA said Charlie Kirk had previously told several executives he wanted Erika to assume leadership in the event of his death.
• In a statement honoring its founder, the group pledged to press on with his mission and portrayed the moment as a chance to strengthen his legacy.
• Erika Kirk, a former Miss Arizona and conservative media figure connected to the movement, signaled plans to continue tours and expand projects.
• Charlie Kirk was shot in the neck on September 10 during a Utah Valley University event and later died, and the U.S. president has said he intends to attend Sunday’s funeral in Arizona.