Turning Point USA, the prominent conservative youth organization, has become a focal point for the growing Gen Z faith movement. Recent events have drawn thousands of young attendees, indicating a significant shift in the cultural and political climate. The organization’s influence is amplified by the broader conservative surge, which is seen as a response to various social and policy changes.
GOP Youth Advisory Council Co-Chair CJ Pearson and Gen Z commentator Chandler Crump recently joined Fox & Friends to discuss the rising trend of conservatism and renewed religious faith among young Americans. Their discussion comes in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s passing, a figure whose influence has been instrumental in shaping the movement. Kirk’s legacy is thought to have galvanized a new wave of young conservatives, particularly those seeking to integrate faith into their political engagement.
The conversation highlighted the complex relationship between religious faith and conservative ideology, with both Pearson and Crump emphasizing the importance of values-based politics among Gen Z. They argued that the movement is not merely a reaction to current events but also a deliberate effort to define the future of American conservatism and its role within the broader community.