FBI Director Kash Patel on Monday revealed a chilling text message that Charlie Kirk’s alleged assassin, Tyler Robinson, sent that may indicate a motive for last week’s shooting.

“[W]hat was found, in terms of information, a text message exchange where the suspect [Robinson], specifically stated that he had the opportunity to take out Charlie Kirk and he was going to do that,” Patel said during an appearance on Fox News’ “Hannity.”

FBI Director Kash Patel appearing on “Hannity” on Monday. Fox News

FBI Director Kash Patel listens as President Donald Trump delivers remarks before signing a Presidential Memorandum in the Oval Office on September 15, 2025 in Washington, DC. Getty Images

“And when [Robinson] was asked why, he said, ‘Some hatred cannot be negotiated with,’” the FBI direct

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