Summary
At the Turning Point USA conference in Phoenix, Vice President JD Vance received an endorsement from Erika Kirk to be the Republican nominee in the next presidential election. The event showed divisions within the "Make America Great Again" movement as some Republicans think about a future beyond President Donald Trump.
Key Facts
- The event took place at the annual AmericaFest convention held by Turning Point USA.
- Vice President JD Vance was endorsed by Erika Kirk for the 2028 presidential election.
- The endorsement took place on the opening night of the four-day conference.
- Turning Point USA is a well-known conservative youth organization.
- The event highlighted divisions in the "Make America Great Again" movement.
- Republicans are beginning to consider options for leadership beyond President Trump.
- There is uncertainty about how to keep the current Republican coalition united.
