Tyler Robinson pretrial hearing day 5: Defense questions DNA evidence, seeks to ban live broadcast

By Samantha Kamman, Christian Post Reporter Friday, July 10, 2026

2. Next steps for Charlie Kirk case after preliminary hearing

The preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson, the suspect charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, concluded on Friday. State District Judge Tony Graf must determine whether prosecutors have enough evidence to send the case against Robinson to trial.

The case will return to court on Sept. 1, Graf is expected to make a decision after attorneys from both sides present oral arguments on the matter.

Samantha Kamman is a reporter for The Christian Post. She can be reached at: samantha.kamman@christianpost.com. Follow her on Twitter: @Samantha_Kamman

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