Erika Kirk endorses JD Vance for president in 2028
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Erika Kirk Endorses Vance for 2028 at America Fest
Does Erika Kirk's Vance endorsement show a unified MAGA base, or are there fractures that the Democrats can exploit?
Above: Erika Kirk on "Hannity" at Fox News Channel Studios in New York City on Dec. 8, 2025. Image credit: Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images
The Spin
Right narrative
Turning Point USA's endorsement of J.D. Vance demonstrates the grassroots conservative movement's commitment to continuity and proven leadership for 2028. The organization has exploded in growth since September, now boasting over 1 million students and thousands of chapters nationwide. Supporting Vance honors Charlie Kirk's legacy while ensuring the America First agenda continues beyond Trump's presidency through a leader who has already proven his dedication to conservative principles. The 2028 election is far away, but this shows solidifying unity within MAGA.
Left narrative
The MAGA movement is backpaddling amid Donald Trump's atrocious poll numbers and bickering in the right-wing media ecosystem. Furthermore, the president's inner circle is making ominous remarks about the prospects of yet another Trump run in 2028. Between tariffs, Epstein, and political chaos and power struggles, MAGA's fractured road ahead could create inroads for the Democratic Party in 2026 and 2028 — if the Democrats can correctly seize the opportunity.