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Or sign-in if you have an account.Erika Kirk attended court on Monday on the first day of a preliminary hearing to determine if there is enough evidence for Tyler Robinson to stand trial for her husband's murder. Photo by JEFF KOWALSKY /AFP/FileThe widow of assassinated right-wing activist Charlie Kirk came face-to-face Monday with the man alleged to have killed him, during a court hearing in the western United States.Enjoy the latest local, national and international news.Exclusive articles by Conrad Black, Barbara Kay and others. Plus, special edition NP Platformed and First Reading newsletters and virtual events.Unlimited online access to National Post.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword.Support local journalism.Enjoy the latest local, national and international news.Exclusive articles by Conrad Black, Barbara Kay and others. Plus, special edition NP Platformed and First Reading newsletters and virtual events.Unlimited online access to National Post.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword.Support local journalism.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorErika Kirk was among those attending a preliminary hearing that will determine if there is enough evidence for 23-year-old Tyler Robinson to face trial over the September 2025 shooting on a Utah university campus.The killing of Kirk, a right-wing luminary whose Turning Point USA organization was key to mobilizing young people to vote for President Donald Trump, sent shockwaves through America’s politics and roiled debate for weeks.Erika Kirk, who was accompanied in the Utah court by Donald Trump Jr and other high-profile figures on the right, said her husband had been “beloved.”“Every court proceeding serves as a painful reminder of his death and the loss that has irrevocably impacted our lives and the lives of his children,” she wrote on social media hours before the proceedings started.“We remain deeply grateful for the support, prayers, and kindness we have received. This outpouring has sustained us during the darkest days of our lives.”Statement on behalf of Charlie Kirk's immediate family, his parents Robert and Kathryn, his wife, Erika, and his sister, Mary:Charlie was a beloved husband, son, brother, friend, and father. Every court proceeding serves as a painful reminder of his death and the loss that has…— Erika Kirk (@MrsErikaKirk) July 6, 2026On the first day of the hearing, which is scheduled to last all week, Robinson appeared in court in handcuffs, wearing a gray suit and a dark tie.Get a dash of perspective along with the trending news of the day in a very readable format.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of NP Posted will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againHe has not yet indicated whether he intends to plead guilty or not.Investigators say Robinson — raised Mormon in a Republican household — murdered Charlie Kirk because he could not tolerate the “hate” he preached.Detectives say Robinson confessed to the murder in text messages sent to the transgender person with whom he shared an apartment, and with whom he was in a romantic relationship. Tyler Robinson, who is accused of fatally shooting conservative activist Charlie Kirk in September, at a hearing in court in Provo, Utah, on Dec. 11, 2025. Prosecutors have charged Tyler Robinson with aggravated murder and plan to seek the death penalty. Photo by Rick Egan-Pool/Getty ImagesCharlie Kirk was a 31-year-old Christian nationalist who played a major role in spreading disinformation about the 2020 presidential election — which Trump refuses to accept he lost.He positioned himself as a staunch defender of the traditional family and was highly critical of the LGBT community and transgender individuals.Erika Kirk has become a polarizing figure in the growing schism on the right of American politics, where some have accused her of exploiting her husband’s death.Our website is the place for the latest breaking news, exclusive scoops, longreads and provocative commentary. Please bookmark nationalpost.com and sign up for our newsletters here. Join the Conversation This website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.