In a chilling development, Tyler Robinson, the man accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk, purportedly admitted to the crime in a private message on Discord. According to a report by the Washington Post, Robinson sent a message to his friends merely hours before his arrest, saying, "It was me at UVU yesterday. I'm sorry for all of this." The timing of this message coincides with law enforcement's subsequent announcement confirming his custody.
The digital footprint of Robinson's alleged confession is now a pivotal piece of evidence in the case. A Discord group member provided a screenshot of the message to the press, adding to the growing dossier of Robinson's supposed involvement in the attack. This disclosure is among the latest in a series of revelations about Robinson, including prior warning signs that may have been overlooked.
In a recent interview with Bill Hemmer on FOX News' America's Newsroom, FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino discussed these warning signs. He revealed that those in Robinson's circle, including friends, family, and co-workers, noticed a concerning shift in his behavior. Bongino highlighted that Robinson had become more political and withdrawn, particularly around discussions of politics.
Further compounding the situation, a FOX News tweet alerted the public that Robinson was on suicide watch and refusing to cooperate with authorities attempting to access his phone. This refusal adds another layer of complexity to the ongoing investigation.
The case also touched on social perceptions and political affiliations. A YouGov poll found that public opinion was divided regarding Robinson's political leanings, with a significant portion of Americans incorrectly believing he was not liberal, despite official statements confirming his leftist ideology.
Robinson's family has since stated that he had grown increasingly political and hateful over the years, and he was living with his trans-identifying boyfriend, Lance Twiggs, at the time of the incident. The case continues to unfold as more details come to light, with the nation watching closely.
