Overview
- Erika Kirk said in a Fox News interview that the public should see proceedings in the case against Tyler Robinson and called for cameras in court.
- Senate Judiciary Chair Chuck Grassley endorsed her request on the Senate floor and argued that courts should allow cameras to increase transparency.
- Defense attorneys for Robinson have sought a ban on cameras, and Utah law enforcement has also asked the judge to limit media coverage of the case.
- Judge Tony Graf has permitted civilian clothing for the defendant, kept restraints in place, restricted images showing those restraints, and has not ruled on any blanket camera ban.
- Robinson faces aggravated murder and six additional counts with Utah seeking the death penalty, and he is expected to appear in person in Provo on Jan. 16 after prior remote hearings.