# Young Ultra-Conservatives Carry Charlie Kirk's Legacy

> 21-year-old Carson Carpenter aims to continue Charlie Kirk's ultra-conservative influence after his death.
- Title: Young Ultra-Conservatives Carry Charlie Kirk's Legacy
- Summary: 21-year-old Carson Carpenter aims to continue Charlie Kirk's ultra-conservative influence after his death. Carson Carpenter, a 21-year-old political science…
- Keywords: carson carpenr, charlie kirk, turning point usa, phoenix, ultra-conservative, tiktok, maga, midterm elections, arizona, republican candidates, charlie kirk legacy, clean up america
- Source: France24 — https://france24.com/en/americas/20261014-in-phoenix-young-ultra-conservatives-look-to-carry-on-charlie-kirk-s-legacy
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- Topics: carson carpenr, charlie kirk, turning point usa, phoenix, ultra-conservative, tiktok, maga, midterm elections, arizona, republican candidates, charlie kirk legacy, clean up america
## Carson Carpenter Hosts TikTok Debate
Carson Carpenter, a 21-year-old political science graduate from Arizona State University, hosts a live stream debate on TikTok.

> hi dylan, great to see you! what’s up, chase? thanks to everyone moderating the chat!
## Charlie Kirk's Legacy
Carson Carpenter aims to carry out Charlie Kirk's legacy as a right-wing influencer after Kirk was fatally shot in 2025.

> i hope i can carry out his legacy in the way that he saw it … i don't want to say i would take credit for what his legacy should be, because that can only be determined by him and jesus
## Debate Topic: Cornell University Allegations
The debate focuses on alleged drugging and gang rape of a female student at Cornell University by seven fraternity members in 2024.

> so, you think the accuser is innocent in this case?
## TikTok Strategy
Carpenter uses provocative questions and assertive stances to put opponents on the defensive in online debates.

> tiktok live streams aren't my favourite thing, but at least they bring in a lot of people
## Turning Point USA Connection
Carpenter worked with Charlie Kirk in the College Republicans at Arizona State University and co-founded Off The Record USA.

> i think the charlie kirk legacy is just making people apply their thought into reality when it comes to the country as a whole
## Clean Up America Tour
Carpenter participates in Turning Point USA's 'Clean Up America' tour with community cleanups and festivals in Phoenix.

> make america clean again
## Kirk's Death Impact
Taylor Sharp, a 24-year-old ultra-conservative influencer, says Kirk's death has left a void in the MAGA movement.

> kirk was the only one holding this maga divide together with civil discourse
## Erika Kirk's Appearance
Charlie Kirk's widow, Erika Kirk, appears at the rally but breaks down in tears after speaking briefly.

> that was charlie kirk's wife, and i don't believe that he made an error when he chose his wife
## Youth Support for Turning Point
Young attendees like Daisy Fernandez-Herrera and Miles Jetton join Turning Point USA for its faith-based community focus.

> i do believe that it is so important to have our foundation in christ because if you have people … their ideologies are all out of whack
## Midterm Elections Strategy
Turning Point USA aims to mobilize supporters for Republican candidates in Arizona's upcoming midterm elections.

> arizona is on a declining … depressing slope that is going into the ground because of katie hobbs
## Trump Support Waning
Only 49% of 2024 Trump voters aged 19 to 34 continued to approve of his actions in October 2026, according to Pew Research.

> the war in iran, the war in ukraine not being ended, tariffs not being fully implemented
## Carpenter's Political Views
Carpenter criticizes Trump for not keeping campaign promises and expects Republicans to lose the midterm elections.

> the people that are saying that republicans are going to somehow win a supermajority … have not sobered themselves up to the reality of political history in the united states
## Turning Point USA's Challenges
Turning Point USA faces criticism for backing too radical candidates and declining Trump support among young voters.

> there's people that can unify but it's big shoes to fill, you know
## What Happens Next
Turning Point USA seeks to mobilize young conservatives for the midterm elections in Arizona.

> i hope i can carry out his legacy in the way that he saw it
## Key takeaway

Carson Carpenter, a 21-year-old political science graduate, hosts TikTok debates to carry on Charlie Kirk's legacy after Kirk was fatally shot in 2025.