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Russell Brand's Controversial Speech Sparks Debate at OU Event
10/18/2025
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- Russell Brand spoke at the University of Oklahoma on October 17, 2025, during a Turning Point USA event.
- The event drew more than 6,000 attendees.
- Brand discussed faith, free speech, and community, urging reform before action.
- A victim's father urged tougher criminal justice reforms during his address.
- The appearance drew supporters and protesters, and College Democrats opposed Brand amid sexual assault allegations, sparking online debate.
