Crime & Justice

Tyler Robinson Confessed Shooting Charlie Kirk to Parents, Citing Too Much Evil and Hate

Megyn Kelly Show · Is Lance Twiggs LYING About His Tyler Robinson Interaction on Day After Charlie Kirk Assassination? · July 9, 2026

Megyn Kelly Show

Is Lance Twiggs LYING About His Tyler Robinson Interaction on Day After Charlie Kirk Assassination?

"Robinson implied that he was the shooter when they met and stated that he couldn't go to jail and just wanted to end it. When asked why he did it, Robinson explained to his parents, there is too much evil and the guy Charlie Kirk spreads too much hate."

According to the criminal information filed in the case, Tyler Robinson confessed to his parents that he shot Charlie Kirk, telling them he did it because Kirk spreads too much hate and there is too much evil. Robinson's parents had called him after recognizing him in surveillance footage and identifying the rifle as one they had given him. After the confession, they convinced him to speak with a retired deputy sheriff and turn himself in.

About this episode

Host Megyn Kelly and a panel of legal experts including former prosecutors Mark Eiglarsh and David Ehrenberg, along with legal commentator Viva Frei, dissect newly revealed details in the Charlie Kirk shooting case against Tyler Robinson. The discussion centers on multiple confessions Robinson allegedly made following the shooting, including a crucial admission to his parents where he cited Kirk spreading hate and too much evil as his motivation. According to the criminal information, Robinson's parents recognized him in surveillance footage and the rifle they had given him, prompting them to contact their son. When confronted, Robinson implied he was the shooter, stated he wanted to end his life rather than go to jail, and was eventually convinced to turn himself in through a family friend who was a retired deputy sheriff. The panel examines testimony from Lance Twiggs, Robinson's roommate and romantic partner, who described Robinson confirming the shooting the day after and expressing regret while crying and pacing their apartment. The legal experts debate the strength of the prosecution's case, with consensus that probable cause is virtually guaranteed but disagreement over whether the death penalty is assured. They discuss how Robinson's apparent remorse, lack of criminal history, and his caretaking relationship with the emotionally unstable Twiggs could influence sentencing. Questions are raised about Twiggs's credibility and potential prior knowledge, with panelists skeptical that his limited reaction upon learning of the shooting reflects the full truth. The episode reveals new details suggesting Robinson was the more stable partner in a complicated relationship, complicating the narrative of his motivation.

Key takeaways

Tyler Robinson confessed to his parents he shot Charlie Kirk because Kirk spreads too much hate and there is too much evil, according to criminal information documents.
Robinson's parents recognized him in surveillance footage and identified the rifle as one they gave him, leading them to contact and eventually convince him to surrender.
Lance Twiggs testified Robinson confirmed the shooting the day after, expressed regret, and said he wished he hadn't done it while crying.
Legal experts agree probable cause is virtually certain but debate whether death penalty is guaranteed given Robinson's remorse, lack of criminal history, and caretaking role.
Panelists question Lance Twiggs's credibility, suggesting his testimony downplays his knowledge and involvement given his intimate relationship with Robinson and social media activity.
Robinson allegedly made five separate confessions including texts, Discord messages, statements to parents, and confirmation to Twiggs and a friend.
New reporting suggests Robinson was the more stable partner who took a caretaking role toward the emotionally unstable Twiggs, who was undergoing hormone replacement therapy.