Judge Tony Graf anticipates the April 17 hearing in the Tyler Robinson case

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Judge Tony Graf anticipates the April 17 hearing in the Tyler Robinson case—where the defendant faces charges for the September 2025 assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk during a Utah Valley University event—will be open to cameras and the public.

The hearing will include witness testimony, and Graf stated the presumption is openness unless specific portions require closure after balancing relevant factors.

He denied two defense motions and partially denied a third seeking to classify or exclude electronic coverage, emphasizing that prior public information (including news reports and official statements) cannot be restricted by the court.

A media representative argued that sealing defense motions would improperly limit public access to already-public information and constitute a prior restraint on speech.