Discover what a “Groyper” is and explore Nick Fuentes’ controversial alt-right movement. Learn about its origins, beliefs, and why Groypers are gaining attention in U.S. politics.
The killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has reignited scrutiny of a long-running feud within parts of the US far right, particularly between Kirk and the “Groyper” movement led by Nick Fuentes.
Kirk was shot dead on September 10 during an event at Utah Valley University. While investigators have not confirmed a motive, speculation online has turned toward extremist factions that had previously clashed with Kirk, most notably Fuentes’s supporters, who have accused him of being insufficiently radical.
Despite his combative style, Kirk was often attacked from the right for being too moderate. In 2019, during what became known as the “Groyper Wars,” Fuentes’s followers disrupted events hosted by Kirk’s group Turning Point USA, challenging him on immigration and LGBTQ rights and labelling him a “gatekeeper” of establishment conservatism.
That conflict has now returned to the spotlight as the public searches for answers in Kirk’s assassination, with renewed attention on Fuentes’s rhetoric and influence.
Some social media users have questioned whether early claims by officials suggesting the suspect was tied to left-wing extremism were premature, pointing instead to possible far-right links.
What is a Groyper?
A Groyper refers to followers of white nationalist and Christian nationalist figure Nick Fuentes. The group uses a cartoon frog, a variant of Pepe the Frog, as its symbol. Groypers have been linked to the January 6 Capitol riot and have promoted online campaigns against conservative figures they view as insufficiently nationalist.
What Is the Groyper Army?
The Groyper Army is a far-right, online-based movement organized around white nationalist and “America First” advocate Nick Fuentes. According to the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), the group consists of “alt-right, white nationalist, and Christian nationalist activists” who hold virulently antisemitic, racist, and homophobic views, often cloaked in rhetoric about traditional values and family.
Their mascot is a cartoon frog called “Groyper,” a variant of the “Pepe” meme used widely among extremist groups.
When Did the Term ‘Groyper’ Begin?
The term “Groyper” began circulating widely in 2019 during a public feud inside the conservative movement. That year, followers of Nick Fuentes disrupted college events hosted by Charlie Kirk and his group, Turning Point USA, accusing Kirk of watering down Donald Trump’s message.
The clash, later referred to as the “Groyper Wars,” drew national attention for its confrontational tactics and for pushing white nationalist ideas into more mainstream conservative circles.
Kirk responded by calling the Groypers extremists. He defended his approach to conservatism as inclusive, saying the movement should be open to people of all backgrounds and reject racism and homophobia.
What Has Nick Fuentes Said About the Charlie Kirk Killing?
Fuentes has made several public statements about Kirk’s assassination. Shortly after the killing, Fuentes posted, “I am devastated. It feels like a nightmare that we’ll never wake up from,” and called for unity, writing, “The violence and hatred has to stop. Our country needs Christ now more than ever.”
On September 12, Fuentes directed his comments at the Trump administration. “We need more from the Trump administration than what we’re getting,” he wrote on X. “Release all the information about the assassin and his Discord contacts. Everyone must be investigated. Tell us the plan. How will the government stop this from ever happening again? Where is the leadership???”
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