Turning Point USA Bet Loses in Midterms

Turning Point USA's Bet

Turning Point USA bet big on Arizona's governor race as the most important race in America.

“the most important race in America”

Andy Biggs Lost

Rep. Andy Biggs, Turning Point's handpicked MAGA-aligned Republican candidate, lost to Gov. Katie Hobbs by more than 10 percentage points.

Turning Point Spent $20m

Turning Point USA spent nearly $20 million to support Biggs' campaign before his loss.

Losses in Nevada and New Hampshire

Turning Point lost in Nevada and New Hampshire, states they viewed as critical battlegrounds for 2028.

Gina Swoboda's Criticism

Gina Swoboda, former Arizona Republican Party chair, called Turning Point a destructive force in Republican politics.

“They have become a destructive force in Republican politics”

Turning Point's Defense

Turning Point blamed Republican losses on President Trump's unpopular war with Iran and national political environment.

“I think it’s clear that we were up against a national wave that impacted every state”

Erika Kirk's Statement

Erika Kirk, Turning Point's CEO, said voters were concerned about the economy and Iran war.

“voters were concerned about the state of the economy and the war in Iran”

Turning Point's Strategy

Turning Point helped clear the primary field for Biggs by attacking his chief competitor, Karrin Taylor Robson.

Swoboda's Criticism

Swoboda compared Turning Point's relationship to the Republican Party to a tick that keeps sucking on a host.

“if you’re a tick that keeps sucking on a host until the host is dead, then you’re useless and a negative”