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Matt Shaw Faces Backlash at Controversial America Fest

12/14/2025

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Matt Shaw will speak at Turning Point USA's America Fest in Phoenix.
His attendance drew controversy after he left the Chicago Cubs during a postseason push for Kirk’s funeral.
Dan Bernstein criticized Shaw and urged him to own his association with the event, calling it a gathering of hatemongers.
Navy Midshipmen defeated Army 17-16 to win the Commander-in-Chief Trophy in a game attended by U.S. President Donald Trump amid protests.

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Matt Shaw will speak at Turning Point USA's America Fest in Phoenix.
His attendance drew controversy after he left the Chicago Cubs during a postseason push for Kirk’s funeral.
Dan Bernstein criticized Shaw and urged him to own his association with the event, calling it a gathering of hatemongers.
Navy Midshipmen defeated Army 17-16 to win the Commander-in-Chief Trophy in a game attended by U.S. President Donald Trump amid protests.