Trump criticizes judge over proposed Kirk trial date
By The BriefBrief
Donald Trump criticized the Utah judge overseeing the Charlie Kirk assassination case, saying the trial should take a month rather than years. The defense requested a 2029 trial date for Tyler Robinson, who is accused of killing Kirk; Kirk's widow called for a trial next year. A judge was expected to set a date on Friday.
WHO:Donald Trump
WHAT:Donald Trump criticized the Utah judge over the proposed trial timeline in the Charlie Kirk assassination case.
WHEN:Oct 23, 2026
WHERE:Utah, USA
WHY:Trump said the trial should take a month rather than years; the proposed 2029 date prompted his criticism of the judge.
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