Trump Calls for Trial in Kirk Killing Within a Month

President Donald Trump called for Tyler Robinson’s trial in the killing of Charlie Kirk to begin within a month, criticizing the judge overseeing the case. The comments came as Robinson’s defense seeks a trial start in 2029 and Kirk’s widow, Erika Kirk, urges a date in 2027. Judge Tony Graf’s scheduling decision was not reported after a hearing set for October 23 in Provo, Utah. In a Truth Social post on October 23, Trump said Graf was doing a “terrible job” and accused him of delaying proceedings. Trump said the case should be tried within a month and criticized the judge’s handling of the case. His post followed the defense’s proposal for a tentative trial start in the third quarter of 2029. Robinson’s attorneys cited the volume of evidence still to be reviewed, the complexity of jury selection and the preparation required in a capital case. They argued that setting a firm date prematurely could impede constitutionally required work and jeopardize the reliability of the proceedings. Robinson has pleaded not guilty to seven charges, including aggravated murder. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty if he is convicted. Erika Kirk’s attorneys asked the court to schedule the...