Conservative commentator Candace Owens finds herself embroiled in a fresh dispute with Turning Point USA (TPUSA), this time over the scheduling of a planned livestream meant to address her controversial statements about the late Charlie Kirk.
Public Spat Erupts Over Scheduling
The latest conflict erupted on Thursday when Owens took to social media platform X to express her frustration. She alleged that TPUSA unilaterally announced the date and time for a livestream discussion without first confirming her availability. Owens stated she discovered the schedule only through a public tweet, a move she found disrespectful and unprofessional.
This incident is the newest chapter in an ongoing feud that began after Charlie Kirk was killed on September 10 at Utah Valley University. In the aftermath, Owens made a series of public claims about the circumstances of Kirk's death, even suggesting that TPUSA leadership had "betrayed" him. She has not provided public evidence to substantiate these allegations.
TPUSA's Invitation and the Scheduling Snafu
In response to the significant attention drawn by Owens's comments, TPUSA's Tyler Neff extended an invitation for her to appear on The Charlie Kirk Show to clarify her position. Owens initially accepted the offer. However, the situation deteriorated when Neff posted on X that the livestream was set for Monday, December 15, at 4 pm Eastern Time, to be broadcast live from Kirk's studio in Phoenix. The post also mentioned that Owens was welcome to join in person.
Owens fired back, insisting that no one from TPUSA had consulted her about her schedule before making the announcement. She pointed out a major conflict: the chosen time slot directly clashed with her own daily live podcast. Owens claimed TPUSA was already aware of this commitment. In an attempt to de-escalate, she proposed a compromise: she would cancel her own show for that day and join the TPUSA livestream virtually, rather than traveling to Phoenix.
Where Does the Situation Stand Now?
As of now, Candace Owens has not withdrawn from the proposed discussion. She remains willing to participate, but strictly on her revised terms: virtually and at a time that accommodates her prior commitment. The core of her grievance remains the lack of prior consultation.
Public reaction on social media has largely leaned in Owens's favor, with many users agreeing that an invitee's schedule should be confirmed before publicizing event details. The ball appears to be in TPUSA's court to respond to her counter-proposal and find a mutually agreeable resolution. This public spat underscores the lingering tensions and highlights the challenges of managing sensitive dialogues in the public eye.
