Hold onto your hats, folks -- Turning Point USA’s CEO Erika Kirk just dropped a political bombshell at AmericaFest, pledging full support for Vice President JD Vance in a potential 2028 presidential run., as the Washington Examiner reports.

At the four-day AmericaFest event on Thursday, Kirk not only endorsed Vance despite his lack of an official announcement but also committed TPUSA’s resources to GOP midterm victories, honored her late husband Charlie Kirk’s legacy, and unveiled new campus outreach plans.

Kicking off the event, Kirk took the stage for the opening speech, though early technical glitches briefly delayed her remarks.

Erika Kirk’s Bold Vision for GOP

Once the mic was working, she came out swinging with a promise to bolster Republican efforts in key states like Arizona, Nevada, and New Hampshire through Turning Point Action, TPUSA’s advocacy arm.

She even threw her weight behind Rep. Andy Biggs for Arizona governor, rallying the hometown crowd with a clever chant: “Go Biggs or go home,” as she put it.

Now, let’s unpack that -- backing a specific candidate shows TPUSA isn’t just playing cheerleader; they’re ready to roll up their sleeves and shape the future of red-state politics.

Honoring Charlie Kirk’s Legacy

This AmericaFest marks a somber first, as it’s the inaugural conference without TPUSA founder Charlie Kirk, who was tragically assassinated on September 10 during a campus tour stop in Orem, Utah.

Erika Kirk wove heartfelt tributes to her late husband throughout her address, reflecting on lessons learned in the three months since his passing.

Her resolve to carry forward his passion for debate shone through as she announced the “Pick Up The Mic” initiative, restarting the “Prove Me Wrong” campus tours in spring and fall of 2026.

Vance Endorsement Steals the Spotlight

But the real jaw-dropper was Kirk’s full-throated endorsement of JD Vance for 2028, a move that’s got pundits buzzing even though Vance hasn’t confirmed his plans.

“We’re going to ensure that President Trump has Congress for all four years. We are going to get my husband’s friend JD Vance elected for 48 in the most resounding way possible,” Kirk declared.

That’s a hefty promise, and while some might call it premature without Vance’s official word, it signals TPUSA’s intent to play kingmaker in the conservative arena -- hardly a shy strategy.

AmericaFest’s Diverse and Dynamic Crowd

The event itself is a powerhouse of conservative energy, drawing attendees from all 50 states and 25 countries, with a notable 54% being women and a third being students.

With heavy hitters like Tucker Carlson, Steve Bannon, House Speaker Mike Johnson, Donald Trump Jr., and Vance himself closing out the event on Sunday, AmericaFest is billed as a celebration of faith, freedom, and Charlie Kirk’s enduring impact.

Ultimately, Erika Kirk’s speech set a defiant tone -- TPUSA isn’t just mourning a loss; they’re doubling down on a mission to counter progressive agendas through grassroots action, sharp debate, and strategic endorsements. If this is the future of conservative organizing, the left might want to take notes instead of underestimating the resolve on display here.