Thomas Mair faced four charges when he appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court
The man charged with the murder of Labour MP Jo Cox has appeared in court and been remanded in custody.
Thomas Mair gave his name as "Death to traitors, freedom for Britain", when he appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court.
Mrs Cox, 41, was shot and stabbed in Birstall, West Yorkshire, on Thursday.
Members of her family visited the scene on Saturday to read floral tributes and thank gathered crowds for their support.
Speaking in the village's market square Kim Leadbeater, Mrs Cox's sister, described the MP as "perfect".
Labour MP Jo Cox died after the attack in her constituency in Birstall
Ms Leadbeater said the tributes paid to her sister had "genuinely made a difference" and helped the family through some "dark times".
"I could not watch the overwhelming outpouring of love without speaking on behalf of Jo," she said.
"Jo would want us to focus on that which unites us not which divides us. She will live on through good people in the world."
Mrs Cox, who was married with two children, was about to attend a constituency surgery when she was killed.
A 77-year-old man, who came to her aid, was also injured and remains in a stable condition in hospital.
Jo Cox's parents and sister said they were genuinely appreciative of the tributes paid to the MP
Mr Mair, 52, faces charges of murder, grievous bodily harm, possession of a firearm with intent to commit an indictable offence and possession of an offensive weapon.
The defendant, who was wearing a grey tracksuit, refused to give his correct name and did not reply when asked to confirm his address and date of birth in court earlier.
He did not enter a plea and is next due to appear for a bail application hearing at the Old Bailey on Monday.
His lawyer, Keith Allen, told the court legal aid had been applied for.
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