The bitter public fight between Candace Owens and the leaders of Turning Point USA has taken another intense turn. On July 10, Owens fired back at TPUSA spokesperson Andrew Colvette after he posted a satirical message on Instagram comparing conspiracy theories to claims that a body double was involved in the resurrection of Jesus and that Mary was part of an assassination plot. Owens called the comparison “positively reprehensible” and accused Colvet of misusing Christian beliefs to defend Erica Kirk, the widow of late TPUSA founder Charlie Kirk. The latest clash comes as court proceedings continue for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk in September 2025 during a TPUSA event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. Prosecutors have presented video evidence, DNA findings and statements allegedly linked to Robinson, while his defense team has challenged parts of the forensic case. So far, court filings have not supported the broader theories promoted by Owens.
Why Are Candace Owens and Andrew Colvette Fighting Over Charlie Kirk’s Inheritance?
The roots of the dispute go back years. Owens and Charlie Kirk were once close associates through Turning Point USA, where she previously worked. Although he left the organization in 2019, Owens has repeatedly stated that they remain friends and keep in touch. However, after Kirk’s death, Owens began to publicly question the official account of the shooting. On his podcast and social media accounts he cast doubt on the investigation and suggested there may be a bigger story behind the murder. Those claims brought him into direct conflict with TPUSA leaders and those close to Kirk. Tensions escalated further in early 2026 when Owens released his YouTube series charlie’s brideWhich focused a lot of attention on Erica Kirk. The series attracted millions of viewers, but also drew criticism from commentators across the political spectrum, many of whom argued that it unfairly targeted a widow who is still mourning her husband’s death.
How did Erica Kirk become the center of the Candace Owens-TPUSA controversy?
Since Charlie Kirk’s death, Erica Kirk has taken over as CEO of Turning Point USA. That leadership role has placed him at the center of the ongoing feud.Owens says she is searching for answers and protecting Charlie Kirk’s legacy. TPUSA leaders strongly reject that argument. Colvet has accused Owens of turning a tragedy into material, spreading damaging claims and damaging the reputations of people who knew Kirk personally. Recent exchanges between the two have included accusations of lying, betrayal and personal attacks. The latest argument over Colvet’s religious analogy shows how personal the conflict has become. What began as a disagreement over the investigation of Charlie Kirk’s death has expanded into a broader battle over trust, loyalty, leadership and the future of the conservative movement.With Robinson’s case still playing out in the courts and Owens continuing to issue comments on the issue, there is little sign that the public feud between Owens and TPUSA’s inner circle will subside any time soon.