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Utah judge orders Charlie Kirk assassination suspect to stand trial
Fox News • • general
Key Points:
- Tyler Robinson will stand trial on all seven charges, including aggravated murder and firearm offenses, after a Utah judge ruled there is sufficient evidence to proceed, allowing prosecutors to seek the death penalty.
- Robinson pleaded not guilty to all charges during arraignment, with the judge emphasizing the preliminary hearing standard is probable cause, not proof beyond a reasonable doubt.
- The judge denied the defense's motion to remove courtroom cameras despite concerns about publicity and online gambling related to the case, allowing cameras to remain under courtroom rules.
- Charlie Kirk was fatally shot on September 10, 2025, at a Turning Point USA event, with prosecutors alleging Robinson fired the fatal shot from an elevated position overlooking the crowd.
- Kirk’s family called the ruling a significant step toward justice and urged the court to move swiftly, requesting a trial date be set at Robinson’s next court appearance scheduled for October 23.
