Kirk

Charlie Kirk was a highly influential American conservative activist, author, and media personality who co-founded Turning Point USA (TPUSA) in 2012 at the age of 18, with a mission to mobilize young people around free-market economics, limited government, and conservative values.

He dropped out of college early to focus on the organization, which grew rapidly under his leadership and became a powerhouse with millions of followers, a strong donor base, and a presence on thousands of high school and college campuses.

As a media figure, Kirk hosted The Charlie Kirk Show, authored several books—including The MAGA Doctrine—and forged a close political connection to Donald Trump, emerging as one of the most visible voices in conservative youth activism.