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Defense Seeks Delay in Hearing to Review 20,000 Files

4/6/2026

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Robinson Seeks Delay

Tyler Robinson, the defendant, filed a motion to delay the preliminary hearing set for May 18 to review extensive evidence.
They claim to have received around 20,000 electronic files.
They lack crucial forensic data from the FBI and ATF.
The defense argues the complexity of the evidence requires significant resources and time to process.
A court hearing on April 17 will address the defense's request to limit media presence in the courtroom.

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Robinson Fights Media Access

Tyler Robinson, accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk, filed a motion to prohibit cameras and microphones for a hearing on April 17.
Legal analyst Donna Rotunno said the motion may reflect a broader strategy to limit media coverage.
Kirk's widow Erika advocates transparency and says cameras should be allowed.
Prosecutors oppose delaying the May 18 preliminary hearing, arguing the move would grant undue advantages.

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Robinson Seeks Delay

Tyler Robinson, the defendant, filed a motion to delay the preliminary hearing set for May 18 to review extensive evidence.
They claim to have received around 20,000 electronic files.
They lack crucial forensic data from the FBI and ATF.
The defense argues the complexity of the evidence requires significant resources and time to process.
A court hearing on April 17 will address the defense's request to limit media presence in the courtroom.

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