Ken Paxton Replaces Donald Trump Jr. At Baylor Turning Point USA Event Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton will replace Donald Trump Jr. As a featured speaker at the Turning Point USA campus tour stop at Baylor University in Waco on Wednesday evening, according to updated event announcements. The change was confirmed by university officials and local news outlets following initial reports that Trump Jr. Had been scheduled to appear alongside “Border Czar” Tom Homan and political commentator Benny Johnson. The event, titled “This is the Turning Point Tour,” is hosted by the Baylor chapter of Turning Point USA and is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. At Waco Hall, with doors opening at 4:30 p.m. Tickets are free, with priority given to Baylor students. University Spokesperson Lori Fogleman stated that the administration’s foremost priority is ensuring student-led events are conducted safely and in accordance with university policies. She noted that speaker requests and venue arrangements have remained fluid throughout the planning process. Paxton’s participation was approved late Tuesday by Baylor’s Office of General Counsel, a requirement due to the university’s tax-exempt status, which prohibits the use of campus facilities to support political campaigns without prior approval. Fogleman confirmed that the approval included acknowledgment that other student organizations may be permitted to host candidates for public office in the future under similar conditions. The Baylor Lariat, the university’s student newspaper, reported the lineup change after being denied media credentials to cover the event. Turning Point USA has not publicly explained the reason for Trump Jr.’s withdrawal. Despite the controversy surrounding the event, including a planned counter-rally by progressive student groups advocating for LGBTQ inclusion, Fogleman said most Baylor students intend to follow their regular schedules and not attend either gathering. The administration has emphasized its commitment to facilitating peaceful expression of diverse viewpoints while maintaining campus safety. As preparations continue, university officials are coordinating with event organizers and security personnel to manage logistics and ensure compliance with institutional guidelines.
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