Charlie Kirk Killing: Judge Denies Request to Close Preliminary Hearing to Media

A judge overseeing the case against Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, ruled on two key issues Monday. Judge Tony Graf denied the defense's request to close the upcoming preliminary hearing to the public, ensuring media access to the proceedings. Graf also scheduled a separate evidentiary hearing to determine whether prosecutors violated a court-ordered gag order. Robinson could face the death penalty if convicted in Kirk's killing. (6/1/26)