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Charlie Kirk's alleged killer could face the death penalty if prosecutors' petition succeeds

The Utah man accused of assassinating right-wing activist Charlie Kirk appeared in court for a preliminary hearing, marking the first time he was in the same room as Kirk's family. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman reports.

Published July 7, 2026, 12:49 PM
Updated July 7, 2026, 12:57 PM4.8K
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Charlie Kirk's alleged killer could face the death penalty if prosecutors' petition succeeds

The Utah man accused of assassinating right-wing activist Charlie Kirk appeared in court for a preliminary hearing, marking the first time he was in the same room as Kirk's family. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman reports.

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