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Accused Buffalo Mass Shooter's Speech Wasn't "Incitement" Under First Amendment Rules

So holds the judge in rejecting this as an aggravating factor in the government's death penalty case, though many other aggravating factors remain.

Reason

‘I do not take this decision lightly’: Utah prosecutor goes for death penalty for Charlie Kirk’s alleged killer after Trump called for it

If Trump wants it, he gets it.

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Tyler Robinson's Mum Called to Ask Him Where He Was After Seeing His Photo on TV — Here's What He Said

Utah prosecutors revealed new details in the Charlie Kirk murder case, confirming Tyler Robinson faces aggravated murder charges that could bring the death penalty, as his parents and partner shed light on his alleged motives and online radicalisation.

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Prosecutor seeks death penalty for Tyler Robinson in Charlie Kirk murder case

22-year-old Tyler Robinson was charged with murder after DNA evidence, confessional notes, and texts linked him to the killing.

Euronews

Why Charlie Kirk's Murderer Is "Death Eligible" Under Utah's Death Penalty Statute

Utah prosecutors have a strong argument that the assassination created a great risk of death to another individual besides Kirk, allowing capital punishment under Utah law.

Reason

‘Depraved and inhumane way’: Kirk shooter could face same fate as 2010 execution where inmate’s arms snapped up twice before death

Robinson could face five rifles aimed at his heart if Utah goes for the death penalty.

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Charlie Kirk killing suspect charged with aggravated murder by Utah prosecutors

Tyler Robinson, also charged with felony discharge of firearm and witness tampering, could face death penalty

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Prosecutors to seek death penalty for suspect in Charlie Kirk killing

The charges include aggravated murder, weapons offenses, obstruction of justice and witness tampering.

Axios

Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing 'faces death penalty' as charges made public

THE man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk could face the death penalty after being charged with aggravated murder.

The National (Scotland)

Tyler Robinson charged with murder of Charlie Kirk as prosecutors seek death penalty

The Utah County District Attorney intends to seek the death penalty following the fatal shooting of the close Donald Trump ally

Evening Standard

‘I had enough of his hatred’: Charlie Kirk suspect’s texts with roommate shed light on motive

Tyler Robinson has been formally charged with aggravated murder, firearm and obstruction charges

The Independent UK

Charlie Kirk's Assassin May Face Execution by Firing Squad as Utah Prosecutors Prepare Capital Case

Utah prosecutors are pursuing the death penalty against Tyler James Robinson, accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk, raising the possibility of a rare firing squad execution if he is convicted.

International Business Times UK

Trump news at a glance: president urges death penalty in Charlie Kirk killing, as widow says: ‘we’ll never surrender’

President sought to cast people on the left as sole problem of US politics, while widow of Charlie Kirk said her ‘cries will echo around the world like a battle cry’ – key stories from 12 September at a glance

The Guardian - US

Donald Trump demands ‘quick trial’ and death penalty for ‘ANIMAL’ who killed Ukrainian woman on train

Due process is apparently optional when Trump's feeling vengeful.

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Axios

Trump demands death penalty for Charlotte stabbing suspect

Republicans seized on the Charlotte attack as evidence Trump's crackdown on crime is justified.

International Business Times UK

Is Decarlos Brown Jr A Seasoned Criminal? Age, Crime Records, And Does He Deserve The Death Penalty?

Decarlos Brown Jr, 34, faces federal charges in the Charlotte CATS LYNX Blue Line stabbing that killed refugee Iryna Zarutska. Death penalty possible.

The Conversation

Joseph Kabila is on trial for treason in the DRC. What the case against the former president is all about

The Congolese military court has accused former president Joseph Kabila of treason, corruption, war crimes and supporting the March 23 Movement (M23) rebel group. During court proceedings that began in July 2025, arguments were made for utilising the death penalty against Kabila, who was in power from 2001 to 2019.…

The Independent UK

Zizians group member to be arraigned on murder charge in Vermont border agent's death

A woman accused of killing a U.S. Border Patrol agent in Vermont is set to make her first court appearance since prosecutors said they will seek the death penalty against her

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Evening Standard

Death penalty for ‘sabotage’ of defence sites by activists ruled out by minister

Parliament heard arson at a naval dockyard was a capital offence until 1971, amid questions over the adequacy of the current law.

International Business Times

Iran Has Executed At Least 841 People This Year: UN

At least 841 people have been executed in Iran since the start of the year, the UN said Friday, decrying "a systematic pattern of using the death penalty as a tool of state intimidation".

The Guardian - US

Trump’s death penalty pledge for Washington DC is ugly racial politics

The president’s unconstitutional vision would bring a racist practice back to a city that has banned it for decades

The Independent UK

Trump to roll out ‘comprehensive’ crime crackdown bill across US after DC ‘emergency’

Trump announced the forthcoming legislation hours after saying he wants anyone who kills someone in DC to face the death penalty

The Independent UK

Trump says he will seek death penalty for murders in Washington DC

Donald Trump has said he will seek the death penalty for murders committed in Washington DC.

Euronews

Trump demands death penalty for all murder cases in Washington

It comes part of the US president's wider crackdown on crime. Earlier this week, Trump deployed hundreds of troops to the US capital, drawing widespread criticism.

The Independent UK

Trump seeks ‘capital, capital punishment’ for ‘anybody’ who kills in DC, where death penalty is banned

Local officials abolished executions more than 40 years ago, teeing up yet another political and legal fight

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