A night of anticipated discussion at UC Berkeley descended into chaos Monday as a Turning Point USA event was met with violent opposition.
Protestors clashed with attendees, turning the area surrounding the university into a scene of intense confrontation. The atmosphere quickly escalated from heated rhetoric to physical violence, leaving several individuals injured.
Adding a chilling layer to the unrest, protestors reportedly directed deeply offensive chants, mocking the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk, the founder of TPUSA. The words echoed with malice, deliberately aimed at those gathered to hear speakers like Dr. Frank Turek and Rob Schneider.
Footage captured at the scene shows a brutal fight erupting between individuals identified as a member of Antifa and a supporter of TPUSA. The altercation left one man visibly bloodied, claiming he was the victim of a robbery attempt.
The situation deteriorated further as protestors ignited flares, creating a volatile and frightening environment. Attendees were quickly ushered inside the venue for their safety as the campus exterior resembled a war zone.
The sound of what many initially feared were gunshots – later determined to be a car backfiring – added to the panic and confusion. Police struggled to contain the escalating unrest, deploying shields and batons in an attempt to restore order.
The event marked the final stop on the “This Is The Turning Point” tour, occurring just two months after the tragic death of Charlie Kirk. The timing amplified the tension and emotional weight of the evening’s events.
The extent of injuries remains unclear, but the incident underscores a deeply fractured political climate and the potential for volatile confrontations on college campuses. The investigation is ongoing.
