(NewsNation) — Prosecutors are set to present evidence to a judge on Monday against Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the assassination of Charlie Kirk, in a preliminary hearing to determine if there is enough evidence to go to trial.

Robinson, 22, is accused of fatally shooting Charlie Kirk during his appearance at Utah Valley University earlier this month. He is facing seven charges, including aggravated murder and obstruction of justice.

Utah state attorneys said they will be pursuing the death penalty in this case. Before Robinson’s arrest, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said he wanted Kirk’s killer to face capital punishment and referred to the shooting as a “political assassination.” Unlike in many states, Utah does not require a grand jury indictment.

Robinson won't be in court in person for

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