Judge Gregory Carro also ruled a second-degree murder charge against Mangione could stand during a hearing on Tuesday.
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Canada’s Chrystia Freeland quits cabinet to become Ukraine envoy
Freeland has been a fixture in Canadian politics since 2015 and is credited with helping topple the former Trudeau government.
Man falsely claimed he shot Kirk to distract from real gunman, police say
George Zinn, 71, is accused of yelling out that he was the shooter to allow the real suspect to flee, authorities say.
Charlie Kirk suspect said he ‘had enough of his hatred’, prosecutors allege
The 22-year-old, who is charged with murder, also allegedly hid a confession under a keyboard for his roommate to discover.
Kash Patel’s combative Senate hearing: key takeaways
Patel shrugged off any criticism of his handling of the bureau and clashed with Democratic lawmakers.
Kirk shooting suspect appeared to confess on Discord
Tyler Robinson is thought to have discussed the killing on the online platform before his arrest.
Deal is done to keep TikTok in the US, says Trump
The social media platform had faced a ban in the US over national security concerns.
Poorer Americans hit hardest as tariffs fuel price rises
Rising prices, partly driven by tariffs, could worsen a divide in the US economy between the haves and the have-nots.
Watch: ‘I’m not afraid of you!’ – Cory Booker clashes with Kash Patel
The senator from New Jersey crticised Patel during a hearing over what he claims have been repeated missteps as FBI director.
Sabrina Carpenter and Justin Bieber to headline Coachella 2026
Karol G will also top the bill at the festival held in the Californian desert.
Federal court blocks Trump from sacking Lisa Cook
Trump is trying to oust Cook from her role as part of a standoff between the president and the US central bank.
Watch: The Sundance Kid’s life in the spotlight
The BBC’s David Sillito takes a look at the career of the Hollywood icon who has died aged 89.
Robert Redford: The enthralling star whose ‘aura’ lit up Hollywood
Look back at the life of the actor whose laconic style made him one of Hollywood’s brightest stars.
DC-style crackdown on crime coming to Memphis, Tennessee, Trump says
Trump signs a proclamation establishing a task force to take on crime in the Democrat-led city despite opposition from its mayor.
Hollywood star Robert Redford dies aged 89
The acting star was famous for roles in The Sting and Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.
Musk buys $1bn worth of Tesla shares
The purchases, the billionaire’s first since 2020, boost his investment in the firm.
Cash for speeches and big wins for The Pitt and The Studio – Emmys highlights
Host Nate Bargatze’s plan to keep speeches snappy backfires and political statements take centre stage at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards.
Senate clears Trump pick Miran to Fed board ahead of key interest rate vote
His entry has raised concerns over the Fed’s independence, following Trump’s bid to reshape the central bank.
‘It’s just scary’: In Florida, parents ponder future with fewer vaccines
Florida is pushing to end vaccine mandates as RFK Jr, an immunisation sceptic, remakes US vaccine policy.
Watch: JD Vance hosts Charlie Kirk’s daily talk radio show
The US vice-president said the late conservative influencer played a “critical part” in getting President Donald Trump re-elected.
Sydney Sweeney and Lisa from Blackpink walk Emmys red carpet
Sydney Sweeney, Jenna Ortega and Selena Gomez are among the stars who posed for pictures ahead of the event.
Report those who celebrate Charlie Kirk death to employers, Vance says
The vice-president’s remarks come amid a wave of firings over posts deemed inappropriate about Kirk’s death.
Five challenges facing Canada’s Mark Carney
From a faltering economy to high expectation from the public, parliament’s return could bring challenges for Canada’s new PM.
US destroys alleged Venezuelan drug boat, killing three
The attack came after the Venezuelan president said Caracas would defend itself against US “aggression”.
Democratic New York governor endorses Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayor
Some establishment Democrats have been uneasy about the 33-year-old’s left-wing platform.
Trump renews push to end companies’ quarterly reports
The US president urges regulators to adopt a semi-annual schedule for financial reports.
Charlie Kirk memorial service set to take place in Arizona stadium
Turning Point USA, the organisation Kirk co-founded, announced the event will be held on 21 September.
Kirk suspect ‘not co-operating’ with authorities, governor says
He adds that “much more evidence and information” will become available once charges are filed in the case.
US farmers are being squeezed – and it’s testing their deep loyalty to Trump
Why so many corn belt Americans continue to back Trump, even while feeling economic pressure driven partly by his trade policy
Charlie Kirk suspect linked to crime scene by DNA, says FBI chief
Kash Patel says Tyler Robinson’s DNA was found on towel wrapping suspected murder weapon.