Stockard on the Stump: Chattanooga lawmaker questions Turning Point USA partnership

By: Sam Stockard

Outlets: Tennessee Lookout

Published: January 16, 2026

Words: 1,394

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 4 days ago

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A Chattanooga lawmaker is questioning the state’s partnership with Turning Point USA, the ultra-conservative creation of the late Charlie Kirk, and the introduction of “Club America” into the state’s public high schools.

Democratic Rep. Yusuf Hakeem sent a letter Wednesday to Education Commissioner Lizzette Reynolds saying his concerns aren’t based on opposition to civic engagement or student participation, but the way the deal came about without transparency and the “broader implications” for public schools.

“It …

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