After lackluster tour turnout, Turning Point wraps things up with excited crowd in Idaho
Turning Point USA concluded its "This is the Turning Point Tour" with a well-attended event at the University of Idaho, marking a contrast to earlier stops that saw low turnout and canceled appearances. Headlined by conservative commentators Matt Walsh and Michael Knowles, the Idaho rally drew an enthusiastic crowd of mostly young attendees despite the remote location. The event's energetic atmosphere and audience engagement stood out compared to previous tour stops, which faced challenges including security concerns and lackluster interest.
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Politics After lackluster tour turnout, Turning Point wraps things up with excited crowd in Idaho April 30, 20265:00 AM ET Saige Miller People stand in line outside the Idaho Central Credit Union Arena at the University of Idaho on April 28 for the last stop on Turning Point USA's This is the Turning Point Tour of college campuses. Saige Miller/NPR hide caption toggle caption Saige Miller/NPR Chloe Moes and Marissa Aten drove more than 500 miles to see conservative commentators Matt Walsh and Michael Knowles live at the University of Idaho. "I just listen to Michael Knowles. I love watching his stuff," Moes said.
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