Archive · 19 Dec 2025
Erika Kirk Endorses JD Vance for 2028 President
Erika Kirk, the leader of a big conservative group called Turning Point USA, said she wants JD Vance to be the next US President in 2028.
She made this announcement at a big event called AmericaFest.
JD Vance is currently the Vice President.
Erika's husband, Charlie Kirk, was a well-known conservative activist, and she wants to continue his work by supporting Vance.
This is a big deal because Turning Point USA has a lot of young supporters who like the 'Make America Great Again' (MAGA) movement.
JD Vance hasn't said he wants to be President, but Erika's support is seen as a big boost for his future in politics.
She also urged Republicans to focus on keeping their majority in the House and Senate in the next elections.
This endorsement is seen as a big step in consolidating support for Vance within the conservative grassroots ecosystem.
Erika Kirk, CEO of Turning Point USA, endorses JD Vance for the 2028 presidential race.
The endorsement was announced at the AmericaFest conference in Phoenix.
Vance is seen as a natural successor to the political movement built by Erika's late husband, Charlie Kirk.
Turning Point USA is a influential conservative organization with a large following among young activists and MAGA voters.
Vance has not publicly expressed a desire to run for president but the endorsement is seen as a significant boost for his political future.
- Who
- Erika Kirk, CEO of Turning Point USA, endorses JD Vance for 2028 President
- What
- Endorsement of JD Vance for the 2028 presidential race
- When
- During the AmericaFest conference, with Vance scheduled to speak on Sunday
- Where
- Phoenix Convention Center
- Why
- To continue her husband Charlie Kirk's political legacy and consolidate conservative support
- Endorser
- Erika Kirk, CEO of Turning Point USA
- Endorsee
- JD Vance, US Vice President
- Event
- AmericaFest conference
- Location
- Phoenix Convention Center
- Organization
- Turning Point USA