Overview
- Judge Tony Graf ruled that video and still cameras and microphones will be permitted at the April 17 evidentiary hearing, with the option to close limited portions if justified.
- The court declined to keep the defense motion to exclude cameras sealed and set March 30 as the deadline for defense proposals identifying any segments they seek to close.
- Defense attorneys argue extensive and misleading coverage threatens Tyler Robinson’s fair‑trial rights and plan to present examples of prejudicial publicity at the April hearing.
- Prosecutors and news organizations urge openness, with prosecutors saying jury selection tools can address bias and noting much of the discussed material is already public.
- Prosecutors intend to seek the death penalty and say DNA links Robinson, 22, to Charlie Kirk’s killing; the April 17 hearing will precede a preliminary hearing scheduled for May 18–20.