Erika Kirk School Event Relocated Amid Security and Community Concerns

4 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Apr 18

A planned on-campus talk by Erika Kirk at Pinnacle High School was moved offsite after concerns about security and learning disruption.
Kirk, chair and CEO of Turning Point USA, was originally set to speak to Club America members during lunch on April 24.
The change followed community concerns and increased security, reflecting sensitivities after the death of former Turning Point leader Charlie Kirk last year.

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