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Luigi Mangione Pleads Not Guilty in Killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO

Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to murder and stalking charges in the death of CEO Brian Thompson, as prosecutors seek the death penalty in this high-profile case.


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Luigi Mangione, 26, pleaded not guilty on April 25 to federal murder and stalking charges concerning the December 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Prosecutors have formally filed to seek the death penalty, arguing the murder was premeditated and politically motivated. U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi labeled the incident an act of political violence. During a recent court appearance, Judge Margaret Garnett coordinated pre-trial proceedings, noting the complexities of capital cases will delay the trial until after 2026. Mangione’s attorneys are contesting the charges and the overall proceedings, raising concerns over pre-trial publicity.

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The targeted shooting of Thompson has garnered significant support for Mangione from individuals frustrated with the flaws in the American health care system, emphasizing the need for reform rather than violence.

Active support from people protesting against the health insurance industry suggests that many view Mangione's actions as a reflection of wider societal anger and frustration, rather than a calculated crime alone.

Public opinion surrounding the case indicates a divide; while mainstream political figures condemn the assassination, grassroots movements show solidarity with Mangione, challenging the narrative of him being merely a criminal.

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