A fresh controversy has erupted involving conservative commentator Candace Owens and the group Turning Point USA (TPUSA). The dispute centers on a planned livestream meant to address the circumstances surrounding the death of TPUSA founder Charlie Kirk, with Owens alleging she was not consulted on the timing.
The Core of the Dispute: A Surprise Announcement
The conflict began when Blake Neff, a representative of TPUSA, publicly posted details about the livestream on the social media platform X. He announced that the show would take place on December 15 at 4 pm Eastern Time from Charlie Kirk's studio in Phoenix. Neff extended an invitation to Candace Owens to join in person, requesting she confirm her participation by the end of the day.
Owens reacted with surprise and displeasure, stating she learned of the scheduled time only through the social media post. She pointed out that no one from TPUSA had contacted her via phone or email to discuss her availability before making the announcement public. "Kind of weird how you didn't e-mail or call me to ask about times or availability and chose to instead tweet this confirmation out at midnight," Owens wrote on X.
Escalation and Accusations
Owens clarified that the proposed livestream time directly conflicted with her own daily live podcast schedule. Despite this, she offered to participate virtually, asking TPUSA to confirm if that arrangement was acceptable. Her supporters online largely agreed that TPUSA, having extended the invitation to clear the air, should have coordinated with her first.
The situation intensified when far-right activist Nick Fuentes entered the fray. Reacting to Owens' suggestion of a virtual appearance, Fuentes mocked her on X, implying she was avoiding a direct confrontation. "You were invited to TPUSA HQ to press their leadership live and in person about their role in Charlie Kirk's murder, but you can't go because of a scheduling conflict? LOL. Isn't this what you have been pushing for since September? Time to put up or shut up," he wrote. This intervention amplified the online debate, with many now questioning Owens' commitment to the discussion she had previously demanded.
Standoff and Ongoing Fallout
Candace Owens has firmly denied accusations that she is backing out of the conversation. She maintains her position is solely about securing a fair and mutually agreed-upon time for the livestream, not an avoidance of the topic. The livestream was intended to address Owens' claims about TPUSA and the events of September 10, the date of Charlie Kirk's killing.
As both sides hold their ground, the digital feud continues to attract significant attention. The narrative is no longer just about the planned discussion but also about the breakdown in communication and the public sparring between influential figures on the right. With Nick Fuentes' comments adding more fuel, the story shows no signs of quieting down as the announced December 15 date approaches.
