Accused Charlie Kirk Killer Expressed Regret, Roommate Testifies

Tyler Robinson, the man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk, expressed regret and remorse a day after the fatal shooting, according to testimony from his former roommate. Lance Twiggs told prosecutors that Robinson cried and stated he wished he had not committed the act.

This account was revealed in a video interview played in court on Thursday during a preliminary hearing. Prosecutors presented the interview to convince a Utah judge that sufficient evidence exists to warrant a trial for Robinson, who faces seven charges including aggravated murder. The prosecution is seeking the death penalty, while Robinson has yet to enter a plea.

Kirk, the 31-year-old founder and CEO of Turning Point USA and a prominent ally of former President Donald Trump, was killed on September 10, 2025, while debating students at Utah Valley University. The incident is among a series of attacks on political figures that have heightened concerns about political violence in the United States.

Twiggs, who was Robinson's roommate and romantic partner, stated that Robinson returned to their shared townhouse the morning after the shooting. During their conversation, Twiggs asked Robinson about the previous night's events, leading to Robinson's tearful admission and expression of regret. Twiggs cooperated with prosecutors in exchange for immunity.

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I just asked him in person if what he said was true the night before, and he said it was. He started crying a little bit and said he wishes he hadn't done it.