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Turning Point is laying the groundwork to shape Republican presidential primary in 2028
Summary by The Odessa Editorial Desk HANNAH FINGERHUT and MICHELLE L. PRICE, Associated Press , as published by Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar)
· September 5, 2026
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Key points This behavior is part of Turning Point's efforts to shape the Republican presidential primary in 2028. From Des Moines, Iowa: Activists from Turning Point Action were heckling Democratic politicians at the Iowa State Fair.
From Des Moines, Iowa: Activists from Turning Point Action were heckling Democratic politicians at the Iowa State Fair. The confrontations were recorded and posted as videos, which received hundreds of thousands of views. This behavior is part of Turning Point's efforts to shape the Republican presidential primary in 2028.
The group's actions were noticeable alongside other sounds at the fair, such as roosters crowing and screams from thrill seekers on rides. The activists' chorus of boos was a prominent part of their interactions with Democratic politicians.
Further details about Turning Point Action's activities and goals are available from the source.
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