tors this week can use secondhand information, or hearsay, to help present their case.

Robinson's roommate is not expected to testify in person during the hearing. Still, the roommate's recorded testimony could be a focal point for prosecutors.

In addition to the alleged confession note, Robinson reportedly texted his roommate that he targeted Kirk because he  had enough of his hatred,  prosecutors have said.

Erika Kirk, wife of slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk, spoke at a memorial for her husband and said Charlie's mission was to help young men like his killer.

Before his death, Kirk and the organization he co-founded, Turning Point USA, galvanized the conservative youth vote to help Trump win a second term.

The Republican president has said he hopes Robinson receives the death penalty.

Erika Kirk said during his memorial service that she forgives Robinson.

Ahead of Monday's hearing, she thanked supporters in a statement posted to X for their kindness and prayers.

 Every court proceeding serves as a painful reminder of his death,  she wrote,  and the loss that has irrevocably impacted our lives and the lives of his children. 

She added that the public outpouring  has sustained us during the darkest days of our lives. 

She is expected in court throughout the week with her husband's parents, Robert and Kathryn Kirk, according to a person familiar with the situation who spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly.

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Brown reported from Billings, Montana.