Judge sends Charlie Kirk murder case to trial, defendant faces potential death penalty

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Original Load Date Sept. 1, 2026, 9:01 p.m.
Last Updated Sept. 1, 2026, 9:01 p.m.
Original URL https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/judge-sends-charlie-kirk-murder-case-to-trial-defendant-faces-potential-death-penalty/3983664/

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_Editor's Note: The video in the above player is from a previous report._ The murder case against the Utah man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk last year is headed for trial, and the defendant could face the death penalty if he’s convicted. Stream NBC 5 for free, 24/7, w...