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Erika Kirk Says She Won’t Seek Death Penalty for Husband’s Accused Killer

Her stance follows Utah prosecutors’ move to pursue a death sentence for 22-year-old Tyler Robinson.

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Erika Kirk wipes tears as she speaks at a memorial for her husband, conservative activist Charlie Kirk, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.
Erika Kirk, wife of slain conservative commentator Charlie Kirk and the new CEO of Turning Point USA.
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Overview

  • Erika Kirk told the New York Times she wants the government to decide the punishment and said she does not want the suspect’s blood "on my ledger."
  • Tyler Robinson has been formally charged with aggravated murder and related counts and remains in custody as prosecutors seek the death penalty.
  • Federal investigators have said they have found no evidence to date linking Robinson to organized left-wing groups, according to NBC News reporting.
  • Erika Kirk has assumed leadership of Turning Point USA as CEO and has described leaning on her Christian faith in the wake of her husband’s killing.
  • A large memorial service for Charlie Kirk was held Sunday in Arizona with national political figures in attendance, including President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance.