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A Utah judge on Monday set the murder trial for Tyler Robinson, who allegedly assassinated Charlie Kirk last year, for July 2028, nearly three years after Kirk's death.

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Robinson, 23, has pleaded not guilty to seven counts, including aggravated murder, in the shooting of Kirk as the conservative held one of his trademark debates at Utah Valley University in Orem.

4 of 9 outletsfirst reported 9 Novwording from The Straits Times

In response to both filings, Kirk's widow, Erika Kirk, asked the court to "enforce the right to a speedy disposition" and set the trial for as early as possible in 2027, no later than the state's anticipated readiness date of Oct. 4, 2027, to avoid "needless delay."

3 of 9 outletsfirst reported 9 Novwording from ABC News

Robinson's defense team has proposed late 2029 as a "soft target" trial date.

3 of 9 outletsfirst reported 9 Novwording from Fox News

Kirk was killed in a shooting at a Turning Point USA rally at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10, 2025, and Robinson has been charged with aggravated murder.

3 of 9 outletsfirst reported 9 Novwording from Just the News

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The Straits Times9 Nov

A Utah judge set a June 2028 trial date for Tyler Robinson, charged with the murder of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk in 2025. Robinson, who has pleaded not guilty to seven counts including aggravated murder, will face jury selection starting June 21, 2028. The defense requested this later date to prepare against Utah’s death penalty request and gather more evidence, while prosecutors aimed for an earlier start…

Utah judge sets 2028 trial date for Charlie Kirk killing →2 articles from The Straits Times on this story
ABC News (US)9 Nov

A Utah judge is scheduled to set the trial date for Tyler Robinson, who is accused of murdering Charlie Kirk during a speech on a college campus last year. Defense attorneys want the trial to begin in late 2029, while prosecutors recommend early 2028; however, Kirk's family requests an expedited timeline starting as soon as October 4, 2027. The shooting occurred when Robinson allegedly fired a rifle from a rooftop…

Judge expected to set trial date for man accused of murdering Charlie Kirk →
Fox News9 Nov

Judge Tony Graf Jr. is set to announce a trial date on Monday for Tyler Robinson, who is accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk in September 2025. Prosecutors seek an early start with January 31, 2028, while the defense prefers late 2029, citing extensive discovery materials. The case has drawn criticism from President Donald Trump, who called for a quicker trial process on Truth Social.

MICHAEL RUIZ: Tyler Robinson judge to give long-awaited trial date ruling in assassination of Charlie Kirk →
Just the News9 Nov

A Utah judge set Tyler Robinson’s trial date for July 2028 to face charges for the assassination of Charlie Kirk in September 2025. The trial is expected to last 105 court days, following a preliminary hearing where the prosecution presented enough evidence to move forward with the case. Erika Kirk requested an earlier trial date while Robinson's defense team sought a later one; the judge ultimately decided on July…

Judge sets Tyler Robinson's trial date for summer of 2028 in assassination of Charlie Kirk →
Washington Examiner9 Nov

Utah Judge Tony Graf determined on Monday that Tyler Robinson's trial for the 2025 murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk will take place in 2028. The judge set this date during a hearing in Provo, Utah, following his previous decision that there was sufficient evidence to proceed to trial. Prosecutors had sought an earlier trial date than the one Judge Graf ultimately selected. Robinson has maintained his…

Tyler Robinson will go to trial in 2028 in Charlie Kirk murder case →
The Guardian9 Nov

Judge Tony Graf ruled that Tyler Robinson will stand trial for murder in early July 2028 in Provo, Utah, after he killed far-right pundit Charlie Kirk last September at Utah Valley University. Attorneys for both sides had differing opinions on the trial date; Robinson’s legal team wanted a later start date citing extensive evidence preparation needs, while Erika Kirk pushed for an earlier one. The case has garnered…

Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing to stand trial for murder in July 2028 →
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NBC News9 Nov

Judge Tony Graf scheduled Tyler Robinson's trial for June 21, 2028, after he pleaded not guilty to aggravated murder and six related offenses in the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The judge aims to balance constitutional rights with thorough preparation, noting that both sides need time to review extensive evidence, including eight million digital artifacts and about 3.3 terabytes of data…

Utah judge schedules 2028 trial for man accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk →
CBS News9 Nov

A Utah judge has set the trial date for Alexei Robinson, accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, beginning June 21, 2028. The court's decision came after conflicting requests from both sides; Kirk’s widow wanted a trial by October 4, 2027, while Robinson’s attorneys requested it be postponed to the third quarter of 2029 due to extensive discovery needs. Judge Tony Graf ruled for January 2028 but…

Judge sets trial date for Charlie Kirk's accused killer →
The Independent9 Nov

Utah District Court Judge Tony Graf has set a June 21, 2028 trial date for Tyler Robinson, who is accused of murdering right-wing activist Charlie Kirk during a debate at Utah Valley University. Robinson, 23, faces seven counts including aggravated murder and has pleaded not guilty. His attorneys requested the late 2028 start to challenge the death penalty request, gather evidence, and seek a change of venue…

Charlie Kirk murder trial date set for 2028 in Utah amid death penalty debate →
BBC9 Nov

A judge has set June 2028 for the trial of Tyler Robinson, who is accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk in September 2025. The prosecution estimates the trial could last up to 17 weeks, while defense lawyers predict it might take seven months. Robinson faces potential death penalty charges if found guilty of aggravated murder. Both sides have argued over the speed and format of the proceedings…

Trial date of alleged Charlie Kirk killer set for June 2028 →
The Daily Wire9 Nov

Judge Tony Graf Jr. set Tyler Robinson’s trial date for June 2028 in Provo, Utah, after conflicting requests from prosecutors and defense lawyers regarding earlier dates. Prosecutors anticipated a 17-week trial beginning as early as January 2028 to avoid holiday interruptions, while Kirk’s wife requested the trial begin by October 2027. The judge ruled that Robinson will face all seven charges, potentially making…

Judge Sets Charlie Kirk Trial Date — And It’s A Long Way Off →
The Hindu10 Nov

District Judge Tony Graf set a summer 2028 trial date for Tyler Robinson, accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a speech in September 2025. Despite pressure from President Donald Trump and Kirk’s family to expedite proceedings, Judge Graf allocated 105 days starting June 21, 2028, balancing the need for a swift trial with Robinson's right to prepare his defense. Prosecutors allege Robinson…

Judge sets summer 2028 trial for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk →

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  1. 9 Nov

    Nov 9 - A Utah judge on Monday set a June 2028 trial date for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of murdering prominent right-wing activist Charlie Kirk last year.

    7 outlets · The Straits Times

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Where to start Judge expected to set trial date for man accused of murdering Charlie Kirk ABC News (US)

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  • 10 Nov Judge sets summer 2028 trial for the man accused of killing Charlie KirkDistrict Judge Tony Graf set a summer 2028 trial date for Tyler Robinson, accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a speech in September 2025. Despite pressure from President Donald Trump and Kirk’s family to expedite proceedings, Judge Graf allocated 105 days starting June 21, 2028, balancing the need for a swift trial with Robinson's right to prepare his defense. Prosecutors allege Robinson…The Hindu
  • 9 Nov Judge Sets Charlie Kirk Trial Date — And It’s A Long Way OffJudge Tony Graf Jr. set Tyler Robinson’s trial date for June 2028 in Provo, Utah, after conflicting requests from prosecutors and defense lawyers regarding earlier dates. Prosecutors anticipated a 17-week trial beginning as early as January 2028 to avoid holiday interruptions, while Kirk’s wife requested the trial begin by October 2027. The judge ruled that Robinson will face all seven charges, potentially making…The Daily Wire
  • 9 Nov Trial date of alleged Charlie Kirk killer set for June 2028A judge has set June 2028 for the trial of Tyler Robinson, who is accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk in September 2025. The prosecution estimates the trial could last up to 17 weeks, while defense lawyers predict it might take seven months. Robinson faces potential death penalty charges if found guilty of aggravated murder. Both sides have argued over the speed and format of the proceedings…BBC
  • 9 Nov Charlie Kirk murder trial date set for 2028 in Utah amid death penalty debateUtah District Court Judge Tony Graf has set a June 21, 2028 trial date for Tyler Robinson, who is accused of murdering right-wing activist Charlie Kirk during a debate at Utah Valley University. Robinson, 23, faces seven counts including aggravated murder and has pleaded not guilty. His attorneys requested the late 2028 start to challenge the death penalty request, gather evidence, and seek a change of venue…The Independent
  • 9 Nov Utah judge sets 2028 trial date for Charlie Kirk killingA Utah judge set a June 2028 trial date for Tyler Robinson, charged with the murder of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk in 2025. Robinson, who has pleaded not guilty to seven counts including aggravated murder, will face jury selection starting June 21, 2028. The defense requested this later date to prepare against Utah’s death penalty request and gather more evidence, while prosecutors aimed for an earlier start…The Straits Times
  • 9 Nov Judge sets trial date for Charlie Kirk's accused killerA Utah judge has set the trial date for Alexei Robinson, accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, beginning June 21, 2028. The court's decision came after conflicting requests from both sides; Kirk’s widow wanted a trial by October 4, 2027, while Robinson’s attorneys requested it be postponed to the third quarter of 2029 due to extensive discovery needs. Judge Tony Graf ruled for January 2028 but…CBS News
  • 9 Nov Utah judge schedules 2028 trial for man accused of assassinating Charlie KirkJudge Tony Graf scheduled Tyler Robinson's trial for June 21, 2028, after he pleaded not guilty to aggravated murder and six related offenses in the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The judge aims to balance constitutional rights with thorough preparation, noting that both sides need time to review extensive evidence, including eight million digital artifacts and about 3.3 terabytes of data…NBC News
  • 9 Nov Tyler Robinson, man accused of shooting Charlie Kirk, to face trial in 2028A Utah judge has scheduled the trial for Tyler Robinson, who is accused of shooting prominent right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, for June 2028. The incident occurred last year, and this article provides details on the upcoming court proceedings set by a judge recently.CBC
  • 9 Nov Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing to stand trial for murder in July 2028Judge Tony Graf ruled that Tyler Robinson will stand trial for murder in early July 2028 in Provo, Utah, after he killed far-right pundit Charlie Kirk last September at Utah Valley University. Attorneys for both sides had differing opinions on the trial date; Robinson’s legal team wanted a later start date citing extensive evidence preparation needs, while Erika Kirk pushed for an earlier one. The case has garnered…The Guardian
  • 9 Nov Tyler Robinson will go to trial in 2028 in Charlie Kirk murder caseUtah Judge Tony Graf determined on Monday that Tyler Robinson's trial for the 2025 murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk will take place in 2028. The judge set this date during a hearing in Provo, Utah, following his previous decision that there was sufficient evidence to proceed to trial. Prosecutors had sought an earlier trial date than the one Judge Graf ultimately selected. Robinson has maintained his…Washington Examiner
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  • 9 Nov Utah judge sets 2028 trial date for Charlie Kirk killingA Utah judge has set June 21, 2028 as the start date for Tyler Robinson’s trial on charges of aggravated murder and six other counts related to the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Orem last year. Judge Tony Graf denied a request by Robinson's attorneys for a later trial date, despite their claims that additional preparation time is needed to challenge Utah’s application for the death penalty…The Straits Times
  • 9 Nov Judge sets Tyler Robinson's trial date for summer of 2028 in assassination of Charlie KirkA Utah judge set Tyler Robinson’s trial date for July 2028 to face charges for the assassination of Charlie Kirk in September 2025. The trial is expected to last 105 court days, following a preliminary hearing where the prosecution presented enough evidence to move forward with the case. Erika Kirk requested an earlier trial date while Robinson's defense team sought a later one; the judge ultimately decided on July…Just the News
  • 9 Nov MICHAEL RUIZ: Tyler Robinson judge to give long-awaited trial date ruling in assassination of Charlie KirkJudge Tony Graf Jr. is set to announce a trial date on Monday for Tyler Robinson, who is accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk in September 2025. Prosecutors seek an early start with January 31, 2028, while the defense prefers late 2029, citing extensive discovery materials. The case has drawn criticism from President Donald Trump, who called for a quicker trial process on Truth Social.Fox News
  • 9 Nov Judge expected to set trial date for man accused of murdering Charlie KirkA Utah judge is scheduled to set the trial date for Tyler Robinson, who is accused of murdering Charlie Kirk during a speech on a college campus last year. Defense attorneys want the trial to begin in late 2029, while prosecutors recommend early 2028; however, Kirk's family requests an expedited timeline starting as soon as October 4, 2027. The shooting occurred when Robinson allegedly fired a rifle from a rooftop…ABC News (US)

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