Overview of Latest Allegations
Conservative commentator Candace Owens has intensified speculation surrounding the September 2025 assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk. In her December 9 podcast episode, Owens made explosive allegations against Brian Harpole, Kirk’s own security provider, claiming she received information that fundamentally changes the understanding of Kirk’s final months alive.
The 31-year-old activist was shot and killed on September 10, 2025, during a “Prove Me Wrong” debate session at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. Tyler James Robinson, 22, was arrested and charged with Kirk’s murder. However, Owens has consistently questioned the official narrative since Kirk’s death three months ago.
December 9 Podcast Revelations
Owens opened her latest podcast with dramatic language designed to capture attention. “I received SHOCKING information which puts Charlie’s last trip to Asia in a new light. And it involves his security detail, Brian Harpole,” she stated. “This will shock your senses but I feel this information must be presented.”
According to Owens, the allegations stem from a source she identifies as someone in federal witness protection with military connections. The source allegedly witnessed Harpole attending a high-level military meeting at an Arizona base just days before Kirk’s assassination. Owens described the meeting as involving approximately twelve lieutenant colonels, an unusual concentration of high-ranking military officials.
The podcast host claims her source underwent a seven-hour interrogation following the incident, conducted in part by someone named “Captain Neff.” Owens drew connections between this name and Blake Neff, a producer on The Charlie Kirk Show who previously worked as a writer for Tucker Carlson Tonight.
Background on Brian Harpole
Brian Harpole served as the head of Charlie Kirk’s security team and had worked with him at numerous public events. Following Kirk’s assassination, Harpole provided detailed statements to investigators and media outlets about the security protocols in place at Utah Valley University that day.
In a November interview on the Shawn Ryan Show, Harpole described his response to the shooting, stating he immediately jumped on Kirk to apply pressure and stop the bleeding. He also discussed security challenges, including drone restrictions in the Provo, Utah airspace that limited aerial surveillance capabilities.
However, Owens has previously challenged Harpole’s account. In an earlier podcast, she disputed his claims about drone limitations, citing footage from Frank Turek, a Turning Point USA member present at the Utah event. Turek had mentioned receiving drone footage from Kirk’s team before the event, contradicting Harpole’s assertion that drones couldn’t be deployed.
Kirk’s Final Asia Trip Under Scrutiny
Owens’ December 9 allegations specifically reference Charlie Kirk’s final international trip to Asia. While details about this trip remain limited in public reporting, Owens suggests the journey takes on new significance when viewed through the lens of alleged military connections.
The conservative activist had traveled extensively for Turning Point USA events throughout 2024 and 2025. His “You’re Being Brainwashed” campus tour visited approximately 25 universities before the 2024 presidential election, helping mobilize young conservative voters who proved crucial to Donald Trump’s victory.
Kirk’s influence on youth politics had made him a prominent figure in conservative circles. President Trump credited Kirk with helping secure support from younger demographics, particularly in battleground states like Michigan and Arizona.
Public Response and Controversy
Owens’ latest allegations triggered immediate and widespread reaction across social media platforms. The post announcing her “shocking information” quickly went viral, generating hundreds of thousands of views and sparking heated debates.
However, response from conservative circles has been largely critical. Multiple prominent right-wing commentators have condemned Owens’ ongoing speculation about Kirk’s death as harmful and unsupported by evidence. Some have described her claims as exploitation of a tragedy for personal gain.
Turning Point USA leadership invited Owens to present her allegations in person at their headquarters, but she declined due to scheduling conflicts. This refusal drew additional criticism from those who accused her of avoiding direct confrontation with the organization she’s publicly questioning.
Pattern of Unverified Claims
Since Kirk’s assassination in September, Owens has floated multiple theories about his death, each lacking substantive evidence. She has suggested involvement by Israeli intelligence, French government operatives, and now U.S. military connections.
Law enforcement officials, including FBI Director Kash Patel, have investigated the shooting with federal assistance. The official account identifies Tyler Robinson as acting alone when he shot Kirk during the Utah Valley University event. No evidence has emerged publicly linking Harpole, military officials, or foreign governments to the assassination.
Kirk’s widow, Erika Kirk, was appointed CEO of Turning Point USA on September 18, 2025, just eight days after her husband’s death. She has vowed to expand the organization’s reach, and Turning Point USA reported receiving over 120,000 inquiries about starting new chapters following the assassination.
The tragedy has had a profound impact on conservative youth movements, with many viewing Kirk as a martyr whose death strengthened rather than diminished Turning Point USA’s influence. Republican leaders in states like Texas have since pushed to expand the organization’s presence in K-12 schools.
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