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St. John's Denies Turning Point USA Chapter Amid Controversy

1/28/2026

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St. John's University student government denied a Turning Point USA chapter after Charlie Kirk's assassination in September 2025.
The university said only four of 19 proposed organizations were approved in the fall 2025 semester.
Massimo Guerriero, a Turning Point leader, said the student government prioritized backlash over the proposal.
Critics argue the university allowed other political groups while denying Turning Point USA, which promotes fiscal responsibility and free speech.

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St. John's University student government denied a Turning Point USA chapter after Charlie Kirk's assassination in September 2025.
The university said only four of 19 proposed organizations were approved in the fall 2025 semester.
Massimo Guerriero, a Turning Point leader, said the student government prioritized backlash over the proposal.
Critics argue the university allowed other political groups while denying Turning Point USA, which promotes fiscal responsibility and free speech.