Former NCAA swimmer Riley Gaines and fitness personality Jillian Michaels delivered headline speeches at the Turning Point USA Student Action Summit in Tampa, addressing key cultural and political issues. The event drew national attention as the speakers challenged progressive narratives and rallied conservative youth around themes of womanhood, personal discipline, and national identity.
Gaines sharply criticized gender ideology, pointing to efforts in Wisconsin to replace the term “mother” with “inseminated person.” She warned attendees about what she called the erasure of biological women and urged students to actively engage in defending objective truth and traditional roles.
Michaels focused on the importance of personal responsibility and self-discipline, framing health and wellness as foundational to freedom and societal strength. Her speech linked personal resilience to broader civic responsibility, resonating with the summit’s call for youth leadership and accountability.
Border Czar Tom Homan also addressed the summit, responding to hecklers with a pointed warning: “You want some? Come get some.” He reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to aggressive immigration enforcement and defended ICE agents against rising hostility and physical attacks.
The summit featured additional appearances from conservative leaders, including former Trump officials, and underscored the increasing influence of young voters within the conservative movement. For audiences concerned with preserving traditional values, the summit spotlighted a growing generational pushback against progressive cultural shifts.