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Walter Hudson, a Minnesota state representative and commentator, posted several updates on his social media account on September 23, 2025. His tweets addressed plans for a public debate event, commentary on online discourse, and a milestone in his digital following.

In an early morning post, Hudson wrote about organizing an event with Eric Lucero: "That's why @EricLuceroMN and I are in the planning phase of a local @TPUSA style event where we invite those who disagree with us to engage in the kind of open debate Kirk modeled. More. More. More." (September 23, 2025). This message referenced Turning Point USA (TPUSA), a conservative organization known for hosting campus debates and events that encourage dialogue between differing viewpoints.

Later that day, Hudson commented on reactions from left-leaning social media users: "Leftists celebrating this as great 'trolling.' But this isn't how trolling works. It has to be funny, not just cathartic. It has to make some sort of satirical point. It has to provoke a reaction that furthers that point. None of that here, just puerile disrespect, pettiness." (September 23, 2025).

In another post recognizing his growing online presence, Hudson thanked his audience: "Thanks for being among my now 100,000+ subscribers on @YouTube. That's a recognized milestone on the program. Much more to come. And it's only going to get better." (September 23, 2025).

Turning Point USA was founded by Charlie Kirk in 2012 and is recognized for its advocacy of free speech and debate on college campuses across the United States.