Prosecutor Recusal Move Emerges in Kirk Case

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• Tyler Robinson’s defense filed a motion to remove the prosecution team in the Charlie Kirk murder trial, claiming a conflict of interest.
• Prosecutors argue there is no actual conflict, despite one prosecutor’s child being present at the event where Kirk was shot.
• A judge is set to hear arguments on the motion, and a special prosecutor could be appointed if the request is granted.

Tyler Robinson’s attorneys have asked the court to disqualify the entire prosecution team in the murder trial involving the death of conservative figure Charlie Kirk.

The motion claims a conflict because a deputy prosecutor’s 18-year-old child attended the Turning Point USA event at Utah Valley University where Kirk was killed.

Prosecutors maintain there is no personal conflict, as the teen was among many witnesses and had no knowledge of the shooting.

Records show the teen texted family members updates during the incident but did not see the shooting or possess inside details.

“SOMEONE GOT SHOT,” the teen texted, later adding, “I’m okay, everyone is going inside.”

The teen also texted, “CHARLIE GOT SHOT,” after gathering information from others on the scene.

Officials argue that these texts illustrate confusion and a lack of direct involvement, not bias or emotional trauma.

An affidavit from the teen reports feeling scared during the chaos but notes no lasting trauma, counseling, or ongoing issues.

Robinson’s lawyers argue that prosecutorial neutrality is vital, especially because of the emotional impact of the event.

They believe a prosecutor’s family connection could risk emotional decision-making in such a high-profile case.

The prosecution refutes claims of bias, stating the timing of their death penalty decision was based on evidence and Utah law, not emotion.

Kirk was shot and killed at an outdoor campus forum with roughly 3,000 in attendance, where he was answering a question.

Robinson faces charges of aggravated murder and could receive the death penalty if convicted.

The judge will consider the removal motion on Friday, Jan. 16, which could prompt major changes for the ongoing trial.

If approved, the Utah County Attorney’s Office could be entirely removed, leading to appointment of a special prosecutor and possible delays in trial proceedings.

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