New testimony has revealed a chilling confession from Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk. On day four of the preliminary hearing, jurors heard from Lance Twiggs, Robinson’s transgender lover, whose recorded statement added a major twist to the high-profile case unfolding in Utah.

In the recorded video call, Twiggs told Utah County attorney Ryan McBride that Robinson confessed remorse the day after Kirk’s death, saying he “wishes he hadn’t done it.”

Twiggs described Robinson as emotional and pacing around their apartment, trying to distract himself from what he had done.

Twiggs said Robinson was “crying a little bit” while admitting to the act, a moment that struck many in the courtroom as both revealing and damning.

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The footage was part of the ongoing hearing to decide if there is enough evidence to send the case to trial.

This revelation came after a day of tense back-and-forth arguments in court over what portions of the interview should be redacted.

Robinson’s defense team had tried to limit the jury’s exposure to Twiggs’ statements, citing concerns about privacy and “irrelevant emotion” in the testimony.

Prosecutors countered that every part of the video was directly relevant and showed Robinson’s state of mind after the alleged killing.

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Twiggs told investigators that he met Robinson in person in 2023, after talking to him online for some time.

Their relationship developed quickly, turning into a romantic one just a few months after Robinson moved in.

Twiggs described their relationship as “close but complicated,” a dynamic that prosecutors believe could shed light on Robinson’s mental state leading up to the shooting.

Twiggs recalled that on the night of September 9, Robinson stayed at their apartment and left early the next morning at around 4 a.m., saying he had a “long drive” to work.

That same morning, police say Robinson made his way to the scene of the killing.

A particularly disturbing detail of Twiggs’ testimony involved engraved bullets.

Twiggs said Robinson asked for a Dremel tool about a month before the shooting, claiming he needed it to engrave bullets for a supposed hunting trip.

Prosecutors argue that request looks much darker in hindsight, suggesting a premeditated intent rather than an innocent hobby.

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When Twiggs saw Robinson the following day, they said he was restless and distracted.

“He was walking around a lot,” Twiggs recalled, “and didn’t go into detail as to what happened.”

But when Twiggs pressed him, Robinson admitted the truth.

“He said it was true, and that he wishes he hadn’t done it.”

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For supporters of Charlie Kirk and the conservative movement he led, this testimony only deepens the outrage.

Kirk had become one of the most visible and vocal young conservative figures in America, challenging left-wing dominance on college campuses and online. His death shocked millions across the nation.

The hearing has drawn national attention, not just for the crime itself, but for how establishment media outlets have handled it.

Many major news networks have given it far less coverage than one might expect for such a politically charged case. Some conservatives believe that is no accident.

Prosecutors are expected to call additional witnesses before closing arguments in the hearing.

So far, the evidence presented includes surveillance footage, phone records, and witness statements that paint a grim picture of what investigators call a “targeted, deliberate killing.”

The defense has pushed back, claiming the emotional testimony from Twiggs and other witnesses is meant to sway public opinion, not establish facts.

They insist Robinson’s words were taken out of context and that his “regret” does not prove guilt. But to many observers, Twiggs’ account is difficult to dismiss.

Neighbors who lived near Twiggs have also been interviewed by investigators.

Some have reported seeing late-night activity and hearing odd noises in the days surrounding the shooting, though it remains unclear whether any of it connects to the crime.

The court will determine in the coming days whether the case against Robinson moves forward.

If it does, the trial could become one of the most closely watched political murder cases in recent memory.

Meanwhile, conservative voices continue to call for justice, demanding answers and transparency from authorities.

For many, Charlie Kirk’s name has become a rallying cry for truth in an age of media bias and selective outrage.

The unfolding testimony from Twiggs gave the courtroom a rare glimpse into the mind of a man accused of extinguishing a prominent conservative voice.

Whether it was guilt, fear, or simple self-preservation that made Robinson confess regret to his lover, the impact of his words continues to echo far beyond the courtroom walls.

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