Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk is credited with energizing young voters for Trump’s 2024 victory, as Republicans gained ground with the 18-29 demographic nationwide. As conservatives reflect on the legacy of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk ahead of his celebration of life in Arizona on Sunday, some Republicans credit him with helping President Donald Trump win over young voters in 2024. Former TPUSA staffer Anthony DeWitt explained that the grassroots element of Kirk’s work likely played a