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April 15, 2026
JD Vance Faces Criticism at Turning Point Event in Georgia
- JD Vance's event in Georgia had a low turnout, with many empty seats, reflecting his difficulties in engaging young conservatives.
- Vance defended Trump against criticism from Pope Leo XIV and acknowledged that many young voters are opposed to U.S. military involvement in the Middle East.
- During the event, Vance also condemned personal attacks against TPUSA CEO Erika Kirk, who withdrew from the event due to security concerns.
6 Sources
- JD Vance Heckled In Antiwar Protest at Turning Point USA EventApr 15, 2026 at 1:21 AM · NYT
- JD Vance heckled at Turning Point event as supporters turn their back on TrumpApr 15, 2026 at 8:03 AM · Independent
- See JD Vance heckled over Gaza at Turning Point eventApr 15, 2026 at 9:11 AM · CNN
- Vance says young voters 'do not love' Trump's Middle East policy at TPUSA eventApr 15, 2026 at 1:09 PM · The Hill
- JD Vance warns Pope to ‘be careful when he talks about theology’ and draws heckles at low turnout TPUSA eventApr 15, 2026 at 3:38 PM · Independent
- JD Vance heckled during Turning Point eventApr 16, 2026 at 1:08 AM · ABC News