Education Secretary Linda McMahon and Turning Point USA’s Erika Kirk visit Genoa-Kingston High School
On Thursday, February 6, 2026, U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon and Turning Point USA CEO Erika Kirk visited Genoa-Kingston High School as part of the Department of Education's "History Rocks! Trail to Independence" tour. The event, which was meant to celebrate America's upcoming 250th anniversary, sparked significant controversy and debate within the Illinois community.

