Prosecutors presented key evidence Thursday in the pretrial hearing for Tyler Robinson, accused of murdering conservative influencer Charlie Kirk. The prosecution's case was bolstered by the police interview of Lance Twiggs, Robinson's former roommate and transgender lover, which was played in court. Twiggs' testimony detailed alleged confessions from Robinson following the Sept. 10, 2025, shooting on the Utah Valley University campus.
Megyn Kelly, commenting on the proceedings on her SiriusXM show, suggested Twiggs' statements could significantly undermine Robinson's defense. She noted the presentation of text messages, a letter found under a keyboard, and conversations between Robinson and Twiggs in the days following the murder.
Twiggs told investigators that Robinson returned to their shared apartment on the night of the shooting, admitting that he "wished he hadn't done it." According to Twiggs, Robinson had texted him earlier that day to check under his computer keyboard for a note. Prosecutors allege this note read, "I had the opportunity to take out Charlie Kirk and I'm going to take it." Twiggs stated the note caused him panic, and when Robinson returned, he was pacing and evasive. Twiggs claims Robinson eventually confessed, cried, and expressed regret, before indicating he would turn himself in.
During the hearing, text messages allegedly exchanged between Robinson and Twiggs after Kirk's death were also presented. One message from Robinson instructed Twiggs to "drop what you're doing, look under my keyboard." Twiggs responded with disbelief and asked if Robinson was responsible. Robinson allegedly replied, "I am, I'm sorry." He further explained his plan to retrieve the rifle used in the shooting, stating, "If I am able to grab my rifle unseen, I will have left no evidence."
Twiggs stated that Robinson had been planning the shooting for over a week. He also testified that he and Robinson met in 2023 and began a romantic relationship shortly thereafter. Twiggs claimed he was unaware of Robinson's specific animosity towards Kirk, though he noted Robinson would occasionally rant about Donald Trump. Discussions about LGBTQ+ rights, Twiggs said, were generally limited to legislative matters.
Investigators found bullet casings with political messages at the shooting scene, including one that read, "Hey fascist! Catch!" Twiggs confirmed that Robinson had asked for an engraving tool, allegedly to mark bullets for what he called a hunting trip. DNA evidence from both Twiggs and Robinson was found on a towel wrapped around the murder weapon, according to prosecutors.
Robinson, 23, faces the death penalty if convicted of the murder. He has not yet entered a plea, and his attorneys have not commented on the case's specifics. Kirk's widow, Erika, and his parents were present in the courtroom during the evidence hearing. Robinson's parents and brothers also attended the proceedings.