Bulwark Takes Ben Shapiro Nuked His Own Allies at TPUSA
Dec 19, 2025
Will Sommer, a reporter and author specializing in conservative media, joins to dissect Ben Shapiro's unexpected takedown of Candace Owens at TPUSA's AmericaFest. They explore the brewing civil war within conservative circles, highlighting the tensions over extremist views and anti-Semitism. Sommer analyzes the mixed reactions from TPUSA's audience and discusses how Shapiro's confrontation disrupts the existing power dynamics. The conversation also touches on responses from Tucker Carlson and the implications of these conflicts for future conservative movements.
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Conservative Movement Civil War
- Ben Shapiro publicly urged TPUSA attendees to reject Nick Fuentes and Candace Owens and recommit to truth.
- Will Sommer called it a remarkable moment signaling a conservative movement civil war over bigotry and platforming.
Audience Split Over Extremist Figures
- The debate centers on whether white nationalists and anti-Semites like Nick Fuentes should have a role in the party.
- Will Sommer said sizable portions of the TPUSA audience reacted pro-Fuentes, showing shifting internal dynamics.
Charlie Kirk Versus Nick Fuentes
- Charlie Kirk historically expelled Nick Fuentes from Turning Point events and punished affiliations.
- Within months of Charlie Kirk's murder, the conversation at AmFest centered on whether to allow Fuentes into the fold.