Megyn Kelly has confirmed she will speak at a Turning Point USA campus event this week, stepping into the breach as the organization pushes forward after the tragic assassination of its founder. The Virginia Tech appearance, announced as part of the resumed campus tour, is emblematic of a movement refusing to be intimidated by violence or leftwing intimidation.
Her announcement came as the tour continues with other high-profile conservatives, including Michael Knowles, who led an emotional tribute at the University of Minnesota by placing an empty chair on stage to honor Charlie Kirk. Kelly addressed that stop on her show and made clear she views these events as essential to defending free speech and conservative ideas on campus.
Megyn Kelly has been blunt about not canceling any shows, telling listeners she will keep going even if attendance is thin, because standing down would hand victory to those who want to silence conservative voices. That resolve matters now more than ever as opponents of free expression celebrate disruption and intimidation instead of debate.
Turning Point’s retooled campus tour features a who’s who of conservative voices willing to show up where it counts, and Kelly joining the lineup sends a message: we will not let fear win. This is about more than one event or one personality — it’s about defending the right of students to hear different viewpoints without campuses bending to mob pressure.
Universities are taking precautions, with Virginia Tech announcing strict security measures for the event, and patriotic Americans should be grateful their administrators are prioritizing safety so speech can continue. But security is not a substitute for the courage of speakers and attendees; the real battle is cultural and moral, and conservatives must keep pushing.
Make no mistake: the decision by Kelly and others to keep this tour alive is a direct rebuke to the cancel culture that has tried to bankrupt and shun conservative thought on campus for years. The best way to honor Charlie Kirk’s legacy is to keep showing up, debating hard, and refusing to let cowardice or violence dictate the terms of public discourse.
For hardworking Americans who believe in free speech, Kelly’s choice is a call to action — show up, support campus events, and stand with those who refuse to be silenced. This movement will not be deterred, and as the lineup rolls through campuses across the country, conservatives should take pride that voices like Megyn Kelly’s are willing to lead the charge.