Overview of BREAKING: TPUSA Throws Down The Gauntlet! Publicly Invites Me To Ask Questions. | Candace Ep 273
Host Candace Owens reacts to Turning Point USA’s (TPUSA) late-night public “confirmation” of a live-streamed response to allegations she’s made about Charlie Kirk’s public assassination and TPUSA’s handling of it. Candace asserts TPUSA’s announcement was an insincere PR stunt (a 24‑hour ultimatum posted at midnight), reiterates her offer to join virtually, and doubles down on her ongoing investigation into two Egyptian military planes she says are central to unanswered questions about the assassination. The episode also critiques conservative influencers who joke about or condemn her, highlights audience reactions, and includes routine sponsor reads.
Key points / main takeaways
- Candace says TPUSA posted a midnight tweet (from Blake Neff) scheduling a livestream on Dec 15 and gave her 24 hours to confirm attendance — she views this as a PR move rather than sincere outreach.
- She offered to participate virtually (any time, any day) and accused TPUSA of refusing virtual participation and proceeding “without” her to avoid public cross-examination.
- Candace continues to investigate two Egyptian military aircraft she links to activity around Charlie Kirk’s assassination. She names plane tail numbers and a passenger using the name “Waleed Mahmoud” as items of concern.
- She asserts that evidence ties one of those tail numbers (SUBTU) to high-level Egyptian flights (previously used by President el‑Sisi in 2023), although she says the president can be ruled out on the relevant dates.
- Candace accuses TPUSA leadership of dishonesty, inauthentic PR, and being complicit in shielding answers about the assassination; she calls their behavior “a dumpster fire” and a coverup.
- She criticizes conservative commentators and influencers (Ben Shapiro/Gutfeld clip, Ace Smart, Tim Pool) for making light of or attacking her claims and stresses the need for truth and authenticity.
- The episode includes callouts to supporters, listener comments, and sponsor messages (Riverbend Ranch, Dose, Nimi Skincare, American Financing).
Turning Point USA exchange — timeline & Candace’s reading
- Midnight post (Blake Neff): Announces a livestreamed “formal response” Dec 15 at 4 p.m. ET (2 p.m. local), says Candace could attend in-person in Phoenix if she lets them know the same day.
- Candace’s response: Says Dec 15 in-person doesn’t work; offers to join virtually (able to make any time/date work, including late-night).
- Blake Neff follow-up: Posts that TPUSA will proceed “without” her.
- Candace’s interpretation: She views the midnight tweet + 24‑hour ultimatum as a public PR maneuver designed to let TPUSA claim they “offered” a debate while putting the onus on her if she doesn’t physically appear. She alleges they prefer to speak “among themselves” rather than be cross‑examined publicly.
Egyptian planes investigation — facts, claims, and implications
- Candace summarizes her team’s findings and open questions (presented as her reporting/claims):
- Two Egyptian military planes were linked to activity around the assassination day: nicknamed in her coverage as the “blue” plane (SUBND in transcript), which transponded while on the ground in Provo but didn’t depart, and the “yellow” plane, which flew from Provo to Wilmington, Delaware, carrying only four people.
- One passenger on the Delaware flight reportedly used the name “Waleed (Walid) Mahmoud.”
- Candace reports Waleed Mahmoud was also in Provo on May 27 aboard another Egyptian military plane (tail SUBTU in her account). That flight reportedly lacked transponder data for parts of its trip.
- Project Constitution and others have documented that SUBTU was used by Egyptian President el‑Sisi on April 3, 2023 (a separate incident Candace cites to underline the aircraft’s high‑level use).
- Candace says el‑Sisi can be ruled out as the passenger on the September 10 incident (allegedly photographed elsewhere).
- Implication posed by Candace: The recurring use of the same military aircraft, and a passenger name that appears on multiple flights, raises questions that she says TPUSA and official channels have not sufficiently answered. She frames the lack of clear explanations as grounds for suspicion and further investigation.
- Note: These are presented by Candace as investigative claims and unresolved questions; she urges independent verification and governmental transparency.
Reactions, controversies, and media response
- Influencers and conservative figures:
- Candace criticizes Ben Shapiro / Greg Gutfeld clip and comedian Ace Smart for joking about her claim that a French assassination attempt occurred — she finds laughing about violence inappropriate and dismissive.
- Tim Pool publicly attacked Candace, warning her criticism would harm conservative electoral prospects; Candace rebuts that truth‑seeking should not be sacrificed for political expediency.
- Cam Higby: Candace notes he asked a Pentagon press briefing about a French plot and she reports he is on TPUSA payroll as of August; she questions who instructed him and why he downplayed or laughed at the assassination claim.
- Audience reaction: Many commenters praised Candace for demanding authenticity and transparency; others warned her to insist on virtual participation for safety and legal support.
Notable quotes / soundbites
- “Turning Point is so done after this... you just cannot survive being disingenuous.”
- “This is a dumpster fire.” (referring to TPUSA’s PR handling)
- “If you want to make this work, we can do this today, we can do this tonight... just send me a link.”
- “I maintain that Turning Point is engaged in a coverup.”
- “The frequency of truth hits harder. And we hear these demons squealing.” (Quotes are from the episode and reflect Candace’s frames and emphatic assertions.)
Sponsors and promotional segments (brief)
- Riverbend Ranch — premium steaks holiday bundles (promo code mentioned).
- Dose — liver/gut wellness shot (discount link promoted).
- Nimi Skincare — winter moisturizers (code Candice10).
- American Financing — mortgage assistance option.
- Mention of Ray‑Ban Meta Glasses in ad read.
Audience-facing recommendations & suggested next steps (as Candace frames them)
- For TPUSA/authorities: provide transparent answers about the Egyptian planes, passenger manifests, and any official contact or coordination on the day of the assassination.
- For journalists and investigators: reexamine flight tail numbers, transponder data, and the identity/role of “Waleed Mahmoud” and other passengers.
- For listeners: demand transparency from organizations and officials; Candace urges virtual engagement for safety (she’ll appear virtually if TPUSA provides a link).
- Practical safety/legal note: Candace and commenters emphasize not to attend alone and to consider legal counsel and precaution if engaging in contentious public events.
Bottom line
This episode is Candace Owens’ forceful rebuttal to TPUSA’s late-night announcement about a Dec 15 livestream response. She frames the announcement as a PR tactic designed to avoid live cross-examination, reiterates unresolved questions about Egyptian military aircraft associated with Charlie Kirk’s assassination, and criticizes influencers who have mocked or attacked her. The episode blends investigative claims about plane movements and passenger names with broader calls for authenticity, transparency, and grassroots action from her audience.