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Turning Point USA Faces Backlash in High Schools Nationwide

1/12/2026

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Story summary

After the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Turning Point USA (TPUSA) expanded into high schools, drawing mixed reactions.
In a suburban Milwaukee high school, a straight-A senior was suspended for removing a Club America poster.
In Northern California, students protested against a Club America chapter after remarks on L.G.B.T.Q. issues.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton praised a Houston Club America chapter that faced parental backlash.

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Story summary

After the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Turning Point USA (TPUSA) expanded into high schools, drawing mixed reactions.
In a suburban Milwaukee high school, a straight-A senior was suspended for removing a Club America poster.
In Northern California, students protested against a Club America chapter after remarks on L.G.B.T.Q. issues.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton praised a Houston Club America chapter that faced parental backlash.