AoSHQ The Morning Report
February 4, 2026
PROVO, Utah – PROVO, Utah — The Utah man accused of gunning down Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk appeared in court Tuesday as his defense team is asking to have the Utah County Attorney’s Office disqualified from the case after it was revealed a member of the prosecution team had an adult child who was present for the murder.In Other News
Attorneys for Tyler Robinson continued arguing their motion to dismiss the Utah County Attorney’s Office from the case, telling the court last month that they were "very concerned we are getting off on the wrong foot." Tuesday’s hearing was a continuation of a Jan. 16 court appearance, which was adjourned after more than two hours of testimony.
The 22-year-old was seated in the courtroom as press and members of the gallery streamed in. His parents, Matthew and Amber, were present in court. He was shackled at the waist.
The hearing opened with what has become a hotly-debated subject in pre-trial proceedings thus far — what, if any, media should be allowed in the courtroom. One of Robinson's defense attorneys, Richard Novak, argued that even still images of his client could interfere with his right to a fair trial. Attorney Michael Judd, arguing on behalf of the media, countered by saying photography should be allowed.