The U.S. Secret Service determined there were no credible threats to Tuesday's Turning Point USA rally at the University of Georgia, even though Erika Kirk canceled her appearance due to unspecified security concerns.
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Erika Kirk canceled her appearance at a Turning Point USA rally at the University of Georgia due to serious threats. The Secret Service found no credible threats to the event or Vice President JD Vance. Kirk cited personal security concerns following previous violence against her family. The rally proceeded with other speakers, and additional events are planned across several universities.
According to CBS News, a person familiar with the matter stated that while Kirk received threatening messages, including on social media, these were not part of any identified or actionable threat stream monitored by federal authorities. Vice President JD Vance, who attended the rally, said he had spoken with the Secret Service and was assured of the event's safety.
Reuters reported that Kirk withdrew from the event due to threats on her life, as stated by Vance during his speech at the University of Georgia. The Secret Service and Turning Point USA did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Fox News added that Kirk addressed her absence in a post on X, citing security concerns following threats she received ahead of the event.
The rally was part of the conservative organization's This Is Turning Point USA Tour, with additional rallies planned for George Washington University, Baylor, and the University of Idaho. Kirk is not expected to appear at any of these later events.
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