Andrew Kolvet
Coverage of Andrew Kolvet in the Nexus archive.
- Viral video shows young woman dancing near Charlie Kirk assassination site
A viral TikTok video shows a young woman dancing near the site of Charlie Kirk's assassination at Utah Valley University, sparking mixed reactions online. The video, posted by @bbdollbbface with the caption 'Paying my disrespects,' received both criticism and support. Turning Point USA condemned the video, calling it 'vile' and linking it to rising 'assassination culture.'
- GOP rising star demands abortion advocate name ‘favorite’ method in hearing clash
Rep. Brandon Gill (R-Texas) confronted Jessica Waters, a reproductive rights scholar, during a House Judiciary hearing, demanding she name her 'favorite' abortion method. Waters refused to answer, emphasizing patient access to reproductive healthcare. The exchange drew praise from conservative commentators online.
- Chuck Todd roasted for 'stupid' announcement he's avoiding Trump events for his own safety
Former NBC News anchor Chuck Todd announced he would avoid events featuring President Donald Trump due to safety concerns following a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner. Critics, including CBS News' Jan Crawford and Turning Point USA, mocked Todd's remarks, arguing that security at such events is robust and that he is unfairly blaming Trump for the threat.
- Charlie Kirk podcast pans Utah Valley University citing 'safety concerns' in scrapping controversial speaker
Utah Valley University (UVU) canceled Sharon McMahon as a commencement speaker due to 'increased safety concerns,' sparking backlash from 'The Charlie Kirk Show' hosts who criticized the decision as evasive. McMahon, who had previously criticized Charlie Kirk after his 2023 assassination on campus, faced accusations of insensitivity, though her team denied she celebrated his death. UVU's choice drew outrage among Kirk supporters, with the university citing consultation with public safety experts.
- Turning Point spokesperson describes 'chilling moment' Erika Kirk was sidelined from JD Vance event
Erika Kirk withdrew from a Turning Point USA event with Vice President JD Vance due to threats, with Andrew Kolvet stepping in as a substitute. Security concerns were heightened by recent attacks on TPUSA staff, including Savanah Hernandez.
- Vance warns the pope should 'be careful' when talking about theology
JD Vance, the Vice President, warned the pope to be cautious in discussing theology during an event. Andrew Kolvet of Turning Point USA facilitated the conversation at an event in Athens, Ga.
- Erika Kirk cancels University of Georgia TPUSA event appearance over 'serious threats'
Erika Kirk canceled her appearance at a Turning Point USA event at the University of Georgia due to 'serious threats' received. Vice President JD Vance expressed concern over the event's potential cancellation and advised Kirk to prioritize her and her family's safety.