NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Sep 17, 2025
A severe storm is threatening the mid-Atlantic while tributes are paid to Hollywood legend Robert Redford. The death penalty is sought in the Charlie Kirk murder case, with shocking evidence surfacing. Legal battles continue amid a humanitarian crisis in Gaza City, highlighting the tensions between law and global issues. Meanwhile, there’s a deep dive into Tesla's self-driving technology flaws, raising serious safety concerns, alongside a discussion on the importance of diagnosing cardiac amyloidosis and its treatment.
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Evidence Points To Premeditated Murder
- Prosecutors say they will seek the death penalty for Tyler James Robinson based on text messages and forensic evidence linking him to Charlie Kirk's assassination.
- Investigators found DNA on the rifle trigger and planning notes in Robinson's apartment, suggesting premeditation.
Family Recognized Suspect In Surveillance
- Robinson's mother recognized him in surveillance images and confronted him at home, where he implied he was the shooter and said he wanted to end it.
- A family friend later convinced him to turn himself in instead of harming himself.
Investigation May Extend Beyond One Suspect
- The FBI continues investigating possible wider involvement, including online group chats tied to Robinson.
- Director Kash Patel defended the bureau's actions while acknowledging communication missteps about an initial arrest announcement.