Workers fired, placed on leave for Charlie Kirk comments after assassination
A range of companies and other organizations are sanctioning — and sometimes firing — workers over their public comments about Charlie Kirk. They may have little recourse.
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Charlie Kirk suspect confessed to the killing in text to his roommate, prosecutor says
Court documents show the suspect's roommate found a note in their apartment that read, "I had the opportunity to take out Charlie Kirk and I'm going to take it."
Firings over Kirk spark free speech debate
Some companies are disciplining or even firing employees for their public comments on the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo joins to discuss what's at stake for both workers and brands. Then, Jessica Levinson, CBS News legal contributor, joins with analysis.
Unpacking charges against Kirk shooting suspect
Utah prosecutors have formally charged 22-year-old Tyler Robinson with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The Utah County attorney read several texts he says Robinson sent to his roommate in which he admits to planning the shooting for over a week. Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
Prosecutors cite Charlie Kirk suspect's texts
Shortly before suspect Tyler Robinson made his first court appearance from jail, Utah County Attorney Jeff Gray unveiled sweeping allegations of what happened after Charlie Kirk was assassinated on the campus of Utah Valley University. Carter Evans reports.
Kirk suspect appears in court for first time
The man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk made his first appearance in court on Tuesday. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has the details.
What is the "dignity index"?
Since the assassination of Charlie Kirk, there have been growing calls for unity, as well as appeals to cool down the heated political rhetoric. Tim Shriver, co-creator of "the dignity index," joins "The Takeout" to explain how the tool could ease divisions, prevent violence and solve problems.
Breaking down Kash Patel Senate hearing
FBI Director Kash Patel on Tuesday testified on Capitol Hill about the killing of Charlie Kirk. Democratic senators sparred with him about that and several other issues. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Kirk suspect makes first court appearance
The suspect in Charlie Kirk's assassination appeared virtually for his first court appearance in Utah on Tuesday. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane and former federal prosecutor Scott Fredericksen join with analysis.
Details of Kirk murder suspect's text messages
The man suspected of killing Charlie Kirk exchanged text messages with his roommate after carrying out the shooting at Utah Valley University, prosecutors said Tuesday. In a news conference, prosecutors laid out the suspect's actions after the deadly shooting. CBS News' Anna Schecter and Carter Evans have more.
Evidence against Kirk murder suspect
Utah County Attorney Jeff Gray detailed the evidence against the suspect accused of shooting and killing Charlie Kirk last week. Gray said the suspect was charged with aggravated murder and other offenses, and his office filed a notice of intent to seek the death penalty in the case.
Patel stands by post on Kirk shooting "subject"
FBI Director Kash Patel, at a Senate hearing on Tuesday, stood by a social media post he made in the hours after Charlie Kirk's killing that a "subject" was in custody. That subject was later released. Patel told Sen. Peter Welch of Vermont that he doesn't "see it as a mistake."
Tracking Charlie Kirk shooting suspect's movements
Utah officials provided a more detailed timeline of the movements made by Tyler Robinson, the man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk, following the attack last week. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Kennedy, Patel discuss Kirk shooting, Epstein
During a Senate hearing on Tuesday, Republican Sen. John Kennedy of Louisiana asked FBI Director Kash Patel if others were involved in Charlie Kirk's assassination, whether convicted sex criminal Jeffrey Epstein trafficked minors to others and more.
Details on Charlie Kirk shooting suspect's texts
Utah County Attorney Jeff Gray provided updates Tuesday on the case against Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old accused of fatally shooting Charlie Kirk. Gray shared new details on the investigation, including alleged text messages between Robinson and his roommate. Anna Schecter and Carter Evans join CBS News 24/7 with more.
Patel, Schiff spar over FBI firings, Epstein
FBI Director Kash Patel and Democratic Sen. Adam Schiff of California had a heated exchange at a Senate hearing on Tuesday. Schiff questioned Patel about the firings of FBI agents who handled cases related to President Trump, and later about his handling of the files on convicted sex criminal Jeffrey Epstein.
Kash Patel defends FBI firings
FBI Director Kash Patel defended recent FBI firings and his handling of the investigation into the assassination of Charlie Kirk during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing. CBS News' Nikole Killion has more from Capitol Hill.
Kash Patel on Charlie Kirk investigation
FBI Director Kash Patel is testifying on Capitol Hill and spoke about the investigation into the assassination of Charlie Kirk, including a Discord chat that the suspect was part of. CBS News' Nikole Killion has the latest.
Kirk murder suspect to appear in court
Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old suspected of killing conservative political activist Charlie Kirk last week, is set to make his first court appearance on Tuesday in Utah. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more on what to expect.
Kirk suspect appeared to confess on Discord
Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, appeared to confess to the murder in a group chat prior to his arrest, law enforcement sources and a Discord spokesperson told CBS News. Criminal charges against Robinson are expected to be filed Tuesday.
Details emerge about Charlie Kirk shooting suspect. Here's what we know.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University.
Unpacking new details on Charlie Kirk suspect
Investigators are learning more about the suspect in Charlie Kirk's assassination, including messages he reportedly sent to a group of friends apologizing for the shooting. Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
Patel says he doesn't regret his post about Kirk case that turned out to be wrong
Kash Patel and his deputy Dan Bongino are challenging the FBI's fierce allegiance to message control.
Charlie Kirk shooting suspect under special watch as investigators seek motive
The suspect in the assassination of Charlie Kirk is under special watch in a Utah jail, days after he allegedly shot and killed the 31-year-old conservative activist.
JD Vance hosts "The Charlie Kirk Show" after Kirk's assassination
Vance has described his longtime friendship with Kirk, who was also a key ally in his political rise.
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Jill Biden's ex-husband charged with murder of his 2nd wife, police say
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Boat crew tosses 115 kilos of cocaine in Pacific while fleeing Colombian navy
The seizure was announced on the same day that Colombian President Gustavo Petro met with President Trump at the White House.
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AI agents are using a social media platform
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NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
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