Tucker Carlson Replaces Charlie Kirk at Turning Point USA Tour Following Kirk's Death

After the assassination of conservative activist and Turning Point USA (TPUSA) co-founder Charlie Kirk, the organization is continuing its "American Comeback Tour" this fall, with former Fox News host Tucker Carlson stepping in as a replacement speaker. Carlson is scheduled to speak at Indiana University on October 21 at 6:30 p.m., an event that is free for students and open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis, though the exact location has not been announced. Kirk's widow, Erika Kirk, has taken over as CEO of TPUSA and, along with other conservative figures like Megyn Kelly and Glenn Beck, will also participate in the tour. The tour aims to honor Kirk's legacy and promote free speech, with TPUSA leaders emphasizing the importance of continuing Kirk's mission to advocate for conservative values on college campuses. The suspect in Kirk's murder, Tyler Robinson, has been charged with aggravated murder and other offenses, and prosecutors are seeking the death penalty. TPUSA chapters, including Indiana's, view Carlson's visit as a significant event to foster free speech and conservative activism, despite some controversy about free speech on campus.