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WATCH LIVE: Senate committee holds hearing on political violence in aftermath of Charlie Kirk killing

WATCH LIVE: Senate committee holds hearing on political violence in aftermath of Charlie Kirk killing

Summary

A Utah man named Tyler Robinson is charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk. He will appear in court in street clothes but must be restrained for safety reasons. A Senate subcommittee is holding a hearing on political violence related to the case.

Key Facts

  • Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old from Utah, is charged with the murder of Charlie Kirk.
  • Robinson will wear street clothes at his court appearances but will be restrained for safety.
  • Judge Tony Graf ruled that Robinson should not appear in jail clothing to protect his presumption of innocence.
  • Prosecutors have charged Robinson with aggravated murder and are seeking the death penalty.
  • Robinson allegedly shot Kirk from a rooftop at Utah Valley University on September 10.
  • Robinson turned himself in a day after the shooting, aiding law enforcement through family connections.
  • Prosecutors presented text messages and DNA evidence linking Robinson to the crime.
  • Senate subcommittee holds a hearing on political violence connected to this case.

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