Tyler Robinson To Stand Trial In 2028 For Charlie Kirk Assassination

The 31-year-old conservative activist and Turning Point USA founder was assassinated while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10, 2025.

The judge has set a trial date for the man accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk.

The 31-year-old conservative activist and Turning Point USA founder was assassinated while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10, 2025. 22-year-old Tyler Robinson is the accused gunman who allegedly shot Kirk. He allegedly shot Kirk with a hunting rifle from a rooftop on the other side of the campus courtyard.

The judge has set a trial date for June 21, 2028 after prosecutors and defense attorneys sought dramatically different start times for the trial. The judge said the 2028 trial date leaves room for hearings. It also gives both sides seven weeks after juror questionnaires are due May 3, 2028. The date also sets a firm date for lining up witnesses and experts.