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Judge Weighs Disqualification Motion in Robinson Case
1/17/2026
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Story summary
- A Utah judge is evaluating a motion to disqualify prosecution in the case of Tyler Robinson, the defendant.
- The defense claims a conflict of interest exists because a deputy county attorney's child attended the rally.
- Prosecutors call it an ambush tactic to delay proceedings after the September 10 incident.
- The judge may hold an evidentiary hearing.
- Robinson has not entered a plea, and a preliminary hearing is set for May.
