Judge in Charlie Kirk Murder Case Finds Prosecutor in Contempt for Public Comments, But Won't Take Death Penalty Off the Table

Updated on: June 26, 2026 / 12:37 PM EDT / CBS News

Judge in Charlie Kirk Murder Case Finds Prosecutor in Contempt for Public Comments, But Won't Take Death Penalty Off the Table

TL;DR

  • A prosecutor was found in civil contempt for making public comments about the murder case of Charlie Kirk.
  • The judge ruled against blocking the death penalty, allowing prosecutors to continue pursuing it.
  • The defense accused prosecutors of conducting a "media tour" regarding the case.
  • The case involves Tyler Robinson, accused of shooting and killing activist Charlie Kirk.
  • Additional jury questionnaires and a potential expansion of the jury pool are planned.
  • Robinson faces aggravated murder charges, and his preliminary hearing is scheduled for July 6.