Alec Baldwin's Not Guilty Plea Sparks Controversy and Restrictions

Alec Baldwin pleaded not guilty to involuntary manslaughter charges in the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the movie Rust in 2021. He waived his right to an arraignment and was released on his own recognizance with conditions, including a ban on possessing firearms and leaving the US without court permission. Prosecutors had initially dropped the charges due to new evidence, but later indicated the possibility of re-filing. The armorer, Hannah Gutierrez Reed, also faces involuntary manslaughter charges and has pleaded not guilty.