Here's what you missed at Turning Point's chaotic conventionTurning Point USA's AmericaFest convention has been marked by internal feuds among conservative figuresByJONATHAN J. COOPER Associated Press and SEJAL GOVINDARAO Associated PressDecember 21, 2025, 12:02 AMPHOENIX -- When Turning Point USA's annual AmericaFest convention reached its halfway point, Erika Kirk tried to put a smiling face on things. “Say what you want about AmFest, but it’s definitely not boring,” said Kirk, who has led the influential conservative organization since her husband Charlie was assassinated in September.