1 hour ago Charlie Kirk killing suspect charged with aggravated murder by Utah prosecutors

Tyler Robinson charged with aggravated murder, felony discharge of a firearm and witness tampering and could face the death penaltyUS politics live – latest updatesUtah state prosecutors on Tuesday charged Tyler Robinson, the man accused of fatally shooting the far right activist Charlie Kirk, with aggravated murder – and they say they intend to pursue the death penalty against the 22-year-old if he is convicted.Jeff Gray, the top prosecutor in Utah county, where Kirk was fatally shot on 10 September, said Robinson also ordered his roommate to delete incriminating text messages and stay silent if police questioned him in the aftermath of the Turning Point USA executive director’s killing. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago ‘I had enough of his hatred’: Charlie Kirk suspect’s texts with roommate shed light on motive

Tyler Robinson has been formally charged with aggravated murder, firearm and obstruction charges

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3 h. ago From Utah to New York, key developments in cases of US political violence

Political violence has rocked the U.S. multiple times in recent months, culminating with the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a Utah university

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4 h. ago Charlie Kirk shooting suspect charged with aggravated murder; prosecutors will seek death penalty – live updates

Utah attorney details charges against Tyler Robinson, who is accused of fatally shooting Charlie Kirk; suspect will be held without bail as prosecution seeks death penaltyCharlie Kirk killing suspect charged with aggravated murder by Utah prosecutorsUnder-fire FBI director Kash Patel will confront Senate Democrats at a congressional hearing at 9am ET, likely to be dominated by questions about the investigation into the killing of Charlie Kirk, as well as the agency’s role in reviewing the files related to the Epstein case, and recent firings of senior officials who have accused Patel of illegal political retribution.His appearance before the Senate judiciary committee represents the first oversight hearing of Patel’s young but tumultuous tenure. Most recently he has faced criticism for his actions and social media posts during the Kirk shooting investigation, which have raised questions about his experience and judgement, including being seen as “grandstanding” with regards to his o...

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4 h. ago Tyler Robinson, 22, charged with aggravated murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk in US

He could face the death penalty

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4 h. ago Man accused of Charlie Kirk assassination charged with aggravated murder

The charge means Tyler Robinson could face the death penalty if convicted of killing Charlie Kirk last week.

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4 h. ago Pope tells new US ambassador he is praying for Charlie Kirk and his family

Pope Leo XIV has told the new U.S. ambassador to the Vatican that he was praying for Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist assassinated in Utah last week, as well as his wife and children

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4 h. ago Charlie Kirk’s suspected assassin charged with murder as prosecutors plan to seek death penalty in case

Tyler Robinson has been formally charged with aggravated murder, firearm and obstruction charges

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4 h. ago Charlie Kirk suspect Tyler Robinson charged with murder as attorney seeks 'death penalty'

Charlie Kirk's shooter has been charged with aggravated murder and weapon and obstruction of justice offences following the right wing influencer's assassination

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4 h. ago Charlie Kirk 'assassin' Tyler Robinson charged as prosecutors seek death penalty

Tyler Robinson has been charged with aggravated murder in connection with the assassination of Charlie Kirk, who was shot dead as he held a rally at Utah Valley University last Wednesday

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4 h. ago Tyler Robinson charged with murder of Charlie Kirk as prosecutors seek death penalty

The Utah attorney is seeking the death penalty following the fatal shooting of the close Donald Trump ally

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5 h. ago Utah files seven charges against Kirk shooting suspect including aggravated murder – live

Utah county attorney details charges against Tyler Robinson, suspect who fatally shot Charlie Kirk at a Utah university last weekUnder-fire FBI director Kash Patel will confront Senate Democrats at a congressional hearing at 9am ET, likely to be dominated by questions about the investigation into the killing of Charlie Kirk, as well as the agency’s role in reviewing the files related to the Epstein case, and recent firings of senior officials who have accused Patel of illegal political retribution.His appearance before the Senate judiciary committee represents the first oversight hearing of Patel’s young but tumultuous tenure. Most recently he has faced criticism for his actions and social media posts during the Kirk shooting investigation, which have raised questions about his experience and judgement, including being seen as “grandstanding” with regards to his own role, and prematurely (and wrongly) announcing on X that the suspect had been caught. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago ‘I’m not going anywhere’: FBI director Kash Patel defiant as Senate grills him after Charlie Kirk slay

FBI Director Kash Patel delivered defiant testimony on Capitol Hill Tuesday as he has faced criticism from multiple angles for his handling of the investigation of the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

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8 h. ago Charlie Kirk shooting suspect Tyler Robinson to be charged with murder as Trump pushes for death penalty: Live updates

Suspected shooter has been uncooperative with authorities since surrendering to law enforcement

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8 h. ago FBI director Kash Patel defiantly says ‘I’m not going anywhere’ amid criticism of his leadership during Kirk investigation

FBI Director Kash Patel delivered defiant testimony on Capitol Hill Tuesday as he has faced criticism from multiple angles for his handling of the investigation of the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

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9 h. ago Charlie Kirk shooting suspect Tyler Robinson to be charged with murder as Trump pushes for death penalty: Latest updates

Suspected shooter has been uncooperative with authorities since surrendering to law enforcement

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11 h. ago JD Vance backs mass ‘doxing’ campaign to find and harass Charlie Kirk critics

US vice-president encourages ‘calling out’ anyone who celebrates Kirk’s murder, including notifying employersA mass “doxing” effort to track down, intimidate and harass people perceived not to have sufficiently mourned the killing of the rightwing activist Charlie Kirk was endorsed on Monday night by JD Vance.The US vice-president guest-hosted Kirk’s podcast on Monday and said that people who “see someone celebrating Charlie’s murder” should “call them out”. He added: “Hell, call their employer. We don’t believe in political violence, but we do believe in civility, and there is no civility in the celebration of political assassination.” Continue reading...

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11 h. ago Charlie Kirk suspect Tyler Robinson WILL face capital murder charge that could see him executed by firing squad

Prosecutors are preparing to file a capital murder charge today against suspected Charlie Kirk assassin Tyler Robinson.

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14 h. ago Tyler Robinson: Suspect in Charlie Kirk shooting set to face charges on Tuesday

Prosecutors in Utah County are considering several charges against Tyler Robinson

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19 h. ago Suspect in Charlie Kirk shooting likely to face charges Tuesday before first court hearing

Prosecutors are looking at filing a capital murder charge against the Utah man jailed in the killing of prominent conservative activist Charlie Kirk

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