The recent TPUSA event at UC Davis turned chaotic when violent protesters attacked the conservative gathering. Former police officer Brandon Tatum and his team faced assaults, property destruction, and stolen equipment while campus police reportedly stood by without intervening.
Protesters tore down tents, smashed signs, and attempted to steal electronics from TPUSA staff. Students supporting the event were shoved and hit with thrown objects. One assault was reported, but no arrests happened despite video evidence showing the chaos. TPUSA claims this follows a pattern of Antifa violence at UC Davis, where past events also led to vandalism and clashes with law enforcement.
Witnesses say officers waited until after the damage was done to form a perimeter. Charlie Kirk, TPUSA’s founder, blasted UC Davis leadership for allowing “militant Antifa foot soldiers” to act freely. He demanded federal investigations into the school’s handling of conservative events and its use of taxpayer funds.
Despite the attacks, TPUSA members vowed to keep hosting events. Brandon Tatum emphasized the importance of free speech, telling attendees, “Radicals want to silence us, but we won’t back down.” Supporters praised the courage of students who stood their ground during the chaos.
This incident reflects growing tensions on college campuses where conservative groups face hostility. Critics argue universities prioritize liberal causes while failing to protect right-leaning students. TPUSA spokesmen called UC Davis a “hotbed for anti-American activism” that endangers young conservatives.
Lawmakers and activists are pressuring UC Davis to punish those responsible. Protectors of free speech worry that without consequences, left-wing agitators will escalate violence to suppress opposing views. Many conservatives see this as a test of whether schools will uphold constitutional rights for all students.
The attack on TPUSA’s event highlights the urgent need for universities to defend free expression equally. As radical tactics intensify, everyday Americans must decide whether to tolerate mob rule or demand order and fairness in public discourse.
