Tyler Robinson, 23, accused of the murder of far-right pundit and activist Charlie Kirk, is scheduled to stand trial in early July 2028. A Utah district judge made the ruling on Monday, 9 November 2026.
Judge Tony Graf stated that the trial will take place in Provo, Utah, with jury selection commencing on 21 June 2028. Robinson's attorneys had sought a January 2029 start, while Charlie Kirk's widow, Erika Kirk, had advocated for an October 2027 date.
Prosecutors allege that in September 2025, Robinson opened fire on Kirk from a rooftop on Utah Valley University's campus. Police reportedly said Robinson turned himself in after the shooting, but he has since pleaded not guilty to aggravated murder. If convicted of this charge, he could face the death penalty.
Court documents indicate that Robinson also faces two counts of witness tampering and two counts of obstruction of justice. Prosecutors reportedly believe Robinson harboured grievances against Kirk's political views, particularly his criticism of gay rights.