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Man Arrested After Charlie Kirk Memorial Is Vandalized in Phoenix

Officials say the shooting suspect’s transgender partner is cooperating with the inquiry.

Overview

  • Phoenix police arrested 19-year-old Ryder Corral after witnesses detained him for allegedly trampling a memorial outside Turning Point USA’s headquarters; he faces charges including criminal damage and disorderly conduct.
  • Video shared by reporters shows the memorial being kicked over; some noted Corral’s shirt resembled one seen in surveillance images of the alleged assassin, a detail authorities have not characterized as motive.
  • Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said Tyler Robinson’s roommate was a romantic partner who is transitioning and has cooperated with investigators, while officials have not determined a motive.
  • Robinson, 22, remains in custody after his father identified him from FBI-released images, and Cox said formal state charges are expected Tuesday.
  • The White House requested an additional $58 million from Congress for security for the executive and judicial branches following the assassination.