Megyn Kelly just dropped a social media bombshell that’s got conservative circles buzzing with tension.
Following the kickoff of Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona, Kelly fired back at Ben Shapiro and Bari Weiss for comments made during the event, sparking a public feud over conspiracy theories and personal loyalties, Breitbart reported.
For hardworking taxpayers who fund these public events through their hard-earned dollars, this spat isn’t just drama—it’s a reminder of the financial burden of ideological battles playing out on national stages. When conservative voices clash, the cost isn’t just reputational; it’s the risk of diverting resources from real policy fights to personal grudges. Let’s hope this doesn’t drain focus from the issues that hit our wallets hardest.
The fireworks started Thursday evening when Shapiro took the stage at AmericaFest, directly naming Kelly in his speech. He didn’t hold back, calling out her hesitation to criticize Candace Owens over controversial stances.
Shapiro, while acknowledging Kelly as “a person I consider a friend,” still slammed her approach as “a moral and logical absurdity” for not taking a clear side in the debate (Ben Shapiro). That’s a polite way of saying, “Pick a lane,” but it’s clear Shapiro thinks Kelly’s neutrality is a dodge. Is this friendship or just a public relations buffer?
Bari Weiss jumped into the fray too, sharing a link to Shapiro’s remarks published in The Free Press, praising his speech as a “barnburner” on social media. Her post didn’t just amplify Shapiro’s critique—it framed Kelly’s silence on conspiracy theories as cowardice. That’s a heavy charge to lob at a fellow conservative.
Kelly wasn’t about to let that slide, hitting back on X with a sharp rebuke of both Shapiro and Weiss. She accused them of launching a “joint attack” without knowing the full context of behind-the-scenes dynamics.
In her words, “@benshapiro & @bariweiss in a joint attack on yours truly (their ‘friend’) tonight w/o a damn clue what has been going on behind the scenes for months” (Megyn Kelly). Ouch—that’s not just a defense; it’s a challenge to their credibility. Shouldn’t allies at least get the full story before swinging?
Kelly also suggested they should have checked with Turning Point USA and other key figures before piling on. This isn’t just a personal slight—it’s a call for accountability among conservative voices.
Shapiro’s remarks at AmericaFest weren’t just a passing jab; they zeroed in on Kelly’s description of Owens as a “young mother” as a weak excuse for not condemning her views (Ben Shapiro). That framing stings—implying Kelly’s using sentimentality to duck tough calls. Is this a fair critique, or is Shapiro overreaching?
The broader context here is a rift over how conservatives handle internal disagreements, especially on hot-button issues like conspiracy theories. Public spats like this risk alienating supporters who want unity over division.
For parents watching these leaders shape cultural narratives, the stakes are high—disunity could weaken the fight against progressive agendas in schools and media. It’s not just about egos; it’s about who sets the tone for the next generation.
As this clash unfolds, the conservative movement faces a test of whether it can critique from within without fracturing. Kelly’s frustration hints at deeper, unrevealed tensions—ones that might not be solved on X.
Weiss’s role in amplifying Shapiro’s words shows how quickly a single event can spiral into a broader debate. Her post wasn’t just support; it was a megaphone for the criticism.
Ultimately, this AmericaFest dust-up is a reminder that even among friends, conservative values demand tough scrutiny—no one gets a free pass. Let’s hope these sharp minds can redirect their fire toward shared enemies like overreaching policies, not each other.
