Trial for man accused of killing Charlie Kirk set for 2028

A Utah judge has scheduled a trial for Tyler Robinson, accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, to begin on June 21, 2028. The decision comes after pressure from Kirk's family and supporters for a quicker resolution. Robinson has pleaded not guilty to aggravated murder, and if convicted, he could face the death penalty. The trial will last 105 days, balancing Robinson's right to prepare his defense with the need for a timely resolution for Kirk's widow, Erika Kirk. The judge's ruling follows over a year of legal proceedings since Kirk's assassination during an event at Utah Valley University. Erika Kirk's attorney expressed dissatisfaction with the timeline, stating that a trial three years after the incident does not feel speedy.