Judge sets trial date for Charlie Kirk's accused killer

Tyler Robinson, 23, is set to stand trial on a charge of aggravated murder, which could see him face the death penalty

• Nov 9

Utah Gov. Cox on AI, political violence, more

In a new book, Utah Republican Gov. Spencer Cox is urging Americans to tone down violent political rhetoric and, in his own words, "stop shooting at each other." Cox joins "The Takeout" to discuss the issue and recent concerns about artificial intelligence threatening humanity.

• Sep 17

Charlie Kirk's family blames Utah officials for failing to prevent his murder

The university has faced harsh criticism for a lack of key safety measures on the day of the shooting.

• Sep 16

JD Vance's speech at GOP midterm convention

Usually reserved for presidential cycles, Republicans held their first midterm convention in Dallas. Ed O'Keefe has more details.

• Sep 11

Sen. Husted on economy, data centers and more

Ohio Republican Sen. Jon Husted, who is facing off against former Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown, chose to address his party's midterm convention in Dallas unlike some candidates who chose to stay in their home states. Husted joins "The Takeout" to discuss his campaign and more.

• Sep 10

9/10: The Takeout with Major Garrett

President Trump pitches $5,000 dividends if GOP keeps Congress; Republicans hold Day 2 of midterm convention in Dallas.

• Sep 10

Political violence since Kirk's killing

Instances of political violence continued after Charlie Kirk was fatally shot during a Utah college event. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.

• Sep 10

One year since Charlie Kirk's killing

It has been one year since conservative political activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot during an event in Utah. Benji Backer, the founder and CEO of Nature Is Nonpartisan, joins CBS News with more on his friendship with Kirk.

• Sep 10

Charlie Kirk's accused killer to stand trial

A judge ruled Tuesday that Tyler Robinson will stand trial in Charlie Kirk's murder, meaning he could face the death penalty. Robinson is accused of fatally shooting Kirk in front of a crowd last September at Utah Valley University. Carter Evans reports.

• Sep 2

Charlie Kirk murder case heads to trial

Tyler Robinson, 23, is accused of killing right-wing activist Charlie Kirk at a college campus in Utah. The case will soon head to trial. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.

• Sep 2

Charlie Kirk's alleged killer will stand trial for aggravated murder

Judge Tony Graf said prosecutors have enough evidence against Tyler Robinson to put the 23-year-old on trial on a charge that could see him face the death penalty.

• Sep 1

Robinson to stand trial in Kirk killing

A judge ruled Tuesday that accused Charlie Kirk shooter Tyler Robinson will stand trial in the killing of the late conservative activist, where he could face the death penalty.

• Sep 1

Judge to make key decision in Charlie Kirk case

A judge in Utah will decide Tuesday whether Tyler Robinson will stand trial for the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. CBS News' Carter Evans has more.

• Sep 1

Washington Post ordered to reinstate columnist fired after Charlie Kirk posts

The ruling said the newspaper did not have sufficient cause to terminate Karen Attiah, who at the time was the last Black full-time member of the Post's opinion desk.

• Aug 24

Prosecutors say bullet engraving shows Charlie Kirk was shot over his politics

Prosecutors in Charlie Kirk's killing pointed to an engraved bullet, arguing that its inscription shows Kirk was targeted for how the defendant perceived his politics.

• Aug 19

7/10: The Takeout with Major Garrett

President Trump says U.S. continuing Iran talks, but ceasefire is "over"; Graham Platner officially withdraws from Maine Senate race.

• Jul 10

Takeaways from weeklong Tyler Robinson hearing

The weeklong pre-trial hearing for the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk wrapped up on Friday with the defense calling one final witness to the stand. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.

• Jul 10

Charlie Kirk's family cites "overwhelming evidence" against alleged killer

Charlie Kirk's family said the end of Tyler Robinson's preliminary hearing "marks an important step forward in the pursuit of justice."

• Jul 10

Roommate claims Kirk suspect confessed

Tyler Robinson is accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk. In new police interview footage seen in court, Robinson's former roommate and partner told investigators that Robinson confessed to the crime. Carter Evans has the latest details from Utah.

• Jul 10

Tyler Robinson's roommate on Kirk comments

Tyler Robinson's former roommate, Lance Twiggs, spoke to prosecutors about apparent comments made after Charlie Kirk's death. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.

• Jul 10

Charlie Kirk murder suspect said "he wishes he hadn't done it," roommate says

Lance Twiggs said in a recorded interview with a Utah prosecutor that he saw Robinson the day after Charlie Kirk was shot and killed.

• Jul 9

Roommate interview revealed in Kirk case

In the pretrial hearing of Tyler Robinson, accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, prosecutors played an interview with Tyler Robinson's former roommate and romantic partner on Thursday.

• Jul 9

Court hears from Kirk suspect's ex-roommate

The suspect in Charlie Kirk's murder allegedly told his roommate he "wishes he hadn't done it," an interview played in court on Thursday revealed. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.

• Jul 9

Details on hearing in Charlie Kirk murder case

A critical hearing is continuing this week for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.

• Jul 9

Roommate interview to be played in Kirk trial

Video of an interview with the roommate of Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the killing of Charlie Kirk, is set to be played in court Thursday. Robinson allegedly confessed to killing Kirk in a conversation with the roommate. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.

• Jul 9

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