This weekend’s gathering of young Republicans and conservative influencers in the Arizona desert offered a glimpse into the divisions already fraying President Donald Trump’s coalition even before its lame-duck leader is out of the picture.

Turning Point USA has endorsed Vice President JD Vance as the Republican nominee for the next presidential election. Erika Kirk leads the conservative youth organization and she drew cheers when

Turning Point will go full throttle into 2026 after Charlie Kirk’s death, Erika Kirk said during remarks at the Phoenix Convention Center.

Speaking about women who prioritize their careers, Erika suggested that some may delay starting families and rely on government support rather than traditional family structures.