Alleged Assassin’s Roommate Critical of Conservatives
The transgender roommate of Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old accused of assassinating Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, reportedly “hates conservatives and Christians,” a relative told Fox News Digital. The roommate, who is transitioning from male to female, had been in a romantic relationship with Robinson.
“He hated us. He was not raised that way, but over the years, he became radicalized,” the relative said. “He has gotten progressively worse in the last year or two and is always very angry.”
The relative believes Robinson’s politics were influenced by his partner. “Tyler got a whole lot worse in the year they have been dating. They are big gamers, and their online circle also influenced them. But my gut tells me the roommate did more of the influencing,” she added.
The family reportedly wants justice and “no part in this,” insisting that anyone involved must face consequences.
FBI Confirms Roommate Cooperation
Fox News Digital reported that an FBI official said Robinson’s roommate has been “extremely cooperative” and claimed to have had no knowledge of the assassination plans.
Chilling Confession via Text
Prosecutors say Robinson confessed to the killing in text messages to his partner just hours after the Sept. 10 attack at Utah Valley University. In one message, Robinson instructed Twiggs to “drop what you are doing, look under my keyboard,” leading the roommate to find a note stating: “I had the opportunity to take out Charlie Kirk and I’m going to take it.”
Robinson allegedly admitted in further texts that he had planned the shooting for a week. He also described hiding the scoped .30-06-caliber hunting rifle he used in nearby bushes after changing clothes, worried about explaining it to his grandfather.
Legal Proceedings and Potential Penalty
Robinson faces multiple charges, including aggravated murder, felony discharge of a firearm causing serious bodily injury, and obstruction of justice — three of seven total counts filed against him. Prosecutors allege Twiggs knew about Robinson’s actions more than 24 hours before his arrest.
Robinson reportedly texted his partner: “I am. I’m sorry,” confirming the killing. Twiggs has not been charged and remains cooperative with investigators.
Prosecutors plan to seek the death penalty if Robinson is convicted. Under Utah law, the execution could be carried out via firing squad. Governor Spencer Cox had vowed to pursue the death penalty hours after the shooting.
Radicalization and Ideology
Authorities note that Robinson held “leftist ideology” and had been “radicalized” online over recent years. The texts suggest he saw the murder as a personal mission, further fueling concerns about extremist influences in online communities.
