President Donald Trump appeared with activist Erika Kirk at Dream City Church in north Phoenix for Turning Point Action's "Build the Red Wall" rally. The event aimed to mobilize support for Republican candidates ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. This piece is presented as a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors, showcasing speakers, supporters and campaign signage from the rally.
Photos: Trump Headlines Turning Point Action's 'Build the Red Wall' Rally in Phoenix
President Donald Trump supporters sit on a tailgate near the venue where the president is scheduled to speak later, Friday, April 17, 2026, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)(ASSOCIATED PRESS)
PHOENIX (AP) — President Donald Trump joined activist Erika Kirk at Dream City Church in north Phoenix for Turning Point Action's "Build the Red Wall" rally, an event intended to energize Republican voters and boost campaigns ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
This gallery of images, curated by AP photo editors, highlights moments from the rally: speakers at the podium, supporters in the crowd, campaign signage and activities inside and outside the church. Photos capture the pageantry and messaging organizers used to mobilize attendees.
Turning Point Action organized the gathering as part of broader efforts to consolidate grassroots support for Republican candidates in upcoming races. The images included here provide visual context to the event and the themes emphasized by speakers and participants.
About this gallery: The photos were selected and edited by AP photo editors to represent notable scenes and moments from the rally. Captions and photo credits accompany the images in the full AP gallery.
President Donald Trump arrives at a Turning Point USA event at Dream City Church, Friday, April 17, 2026, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)(ASSOCIATED PRESS)
Rep. Andy Biggs, R-Ariz., candidate for Arizona governor, speaks at a Turning Point USA event Friday, April 17, 2026, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)(ASSOCIATED PRESS)
People react as President Donald Trump speaks at a Turning Point USA event at Dream City Church, Friday, April 17, 2026, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)(ASSOCIATED PRESS)
President Donald Trump greets Turning Point CEO Erika Kirk at a Turning Point USA event Friday, April 17, 2026, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)(ASSOCIATED PRESS)
Erika Kirk speaks before President Donald Trump at a Turning Point USA event at Dream City Church, Friday, April 17, 2026, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)(ASSOCIATED PRESS)
Protesters gather prior to a Turning Point USA event where President Donald Trump is scheduled to speak Friday, April 17, 2026, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)(ASSOCIATED PRESS)
Rep. Andy Biggs, R-Ariz., candidate for Arizona governor, speaks at a Turning Point USA event Friday, April 17, 2026, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)(ASSOCIATED PRESS)
Jeremy Roenick, a former professional hockey player, and Danica Patrick, a former professional race car driver, participate in a Turning Point USA event Friday, April 17, 2026, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)(ASSOCIATED PRESS)
Rep. Juan Ciscomani, R-Ariz., waves after speaking at a Turning Point USA event Friday, April 17, 2026, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)(ASSOCIATED PRESS)
Protesters gather prior to a Turning Point USA event where President Donald Trump is scheduled to speak Friday, April 17, 2026, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)(ASSOCIATED PRESS)
President Donald Trump dances at a Turning Point USA event at Dream City Church, Friday, April 17, 2026, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)(ASSOCIATED PRESS)
Turning Point CEO Erika Kirk listens to President Donald Trump speak at a Turning Point USA event Friday, April 17, 2026, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)(ASSOCIATED PRESS)
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