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Mangione’s Two Trials Dilemma: Experts Weigh Double Jeopardy Ruling
politics18 days ago

Mangione’s Two Trials Dilemma: Experts Weigh Double Jeopardy Ruling

Rolling Stone explains that Luigi Mangione faces New York state murder and firearms charges, federal stalking charges tied to those events, and additional Pennsylvania gun/forgery counts. Despite Mangione’s claim of “double jeopardy,” legal experts say the two prosecutions aren’t barred because they arise from different charges and different sovereigns; the separate sovereigns doctrine allows state and federal prosecutions for related conduct, and no convictions have occurred yet. The state trial is set for June (with a federal trial in September possible), and the defense argues the scheduling is burdensome and unfair, while prosecutors note coordination issues between offices.

Mangione Erupts in Court Over 'Double Jeopardy' as Trial Dates Leapfrog
crime19 days ago

Mangione Erupts in Court Over 'Double Jeopardy' as Trial Dates Leapfrog

In New York, Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December 2024, yelled in court after Manhattan Judge Gregory Carro set a state trial for June 8—leapfrogging an October federal trial—calling it 'double jeopardy by any common sense.' Mangione and his lawyers criticized the scheduling while he remains in custody facing dual prosecutions; prosecutors previously indicated he could avoid the death penalty after a major charge was dropped.

Mangione protests as judge pins down June start for state murder case
us-news19 days ago

Mangione protests as judge pins down June start for state murder case

In New York, Luigi Mangione shouted in court as Judge Gregory Carro set his state murder trial to begin June 8, three months before jury selection in his federal case over the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson; prosecutors want the state trial to go first, and Carro warned it could be delayed to Sept. 8 if the federal appeal delays the federal trial. Mangione has pleaded not guilty to both sets of charges, with federal jury selection scheduled for Sept. 8 and opening statements in October.

Brooklyn arrest after man impersonates FBI agent to free Mangione
crime27 days ago

Brooklyn arrest after man impersonates FBI agent to free Mangione

A 36-year-old man, Mark Anderson, was arrested in the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn after impersonating an FBI agent and claiming he held paperwork signed by a judge authorizing the release of Luigi Mangione, who is jailed in connection with a December 2024 murder case; Anderson displayed a Minnesota driver’s license, threatened weapons, and had a bag with a large barbecue fork and a round steel blade. Mangione's case is separate and there’s no indication he was aware of the attempt; Anderson is being held in the MDC's Special Housing Unit.

Minnesota man jailed for posing as FBI agent in bid to free Mangione
crime27 days ago

Minnesota man jailed for posing as FBI agent in bid to free Mangione

A 36-year-old Minnesota man, Mark Anderson, was arrested after arriving at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn claiming to be an FBI agent with a court order to release Luigi Mangione, who is jailed in connection with the murder of Brian Thompson. Anderson allegedly presented a Minnesota driver’s license, warned officers of weapons in his bag, and threw papers at guards; he is charged with falsely impersonating a U.S. government officer.

Luigi Mangione's Federal Murder Trial Jury Selection Set for September
law-and-crime1 month ago

Luigi Mangione's Federal Murder Trial Jury Selection Set for September

Luigi Mangione's federal trial for the 2024 shooting of a UnitedHealthcare executive may begin in September, with jury selection possibly starting then. The trial's start date depends on rulings regarding the death penalty, which Mangione's defense is contesting, and other legal motions. The case has garnered national attention and involves complex legal issues, including motions to dismiss charges and disputes over evidence legality.

Mangione's Lawyers Challenge Death Penalty Over Bondi's Conflict of Interest
legal2 months ago

Mangione's Lawyers Challenge Death Penalty Over Bondi's Conflict of Interest

Lawyers for Luigi Mangione are challenging the death penalty and federal charges, citing potential bias from Attorney General Pam Bondi due to her past work with a lobbying firm representing UnitedHealth Group, which could influence her impartiality in the case involving Mangione's alleged murder of a CEO. A court hearing is scheduled for January to address these concerns.

Mangione's Lawyers Claim AG Bondi's Conflict of Interest Biases Death Penalty Decision
legal2 months ago

Mangione's Lawyers Claim AG Bondi's Conflict of Interest Biases Death Penalty Decision

Defense attorneys for Luigi Mangione argue that Attorney General Pam Bondi has a conflict of interest in seeking the death penalty due to her financial ties to UnitedHealth Group through her previous work at a lobbying firm, which they claim violates Mangione's due process rights. Mangione is charged with stalking and murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, and the case is ongoing with disputes over evidence and prosecutorial conduct.

Mangione's Lawyers Challenge Death Penalty Over Bondi's Conflict of Interest
legal2 months ago

Mangione's Lawyers Challenge Death Penalty Over Bondi's Conflict of Interest

Luigi Mangione's lawyers argue that Attorney General Pam Bondi's decision to seek the death penalty was tainted by a conflict of interest due to her prior lobbying work for UnitedHealth Group's parent company, which they claim violated his due process rights. They seek to bar prosecutors from pursuing the death penalty and to exclude certain charges and evidence, citing her financial ties and public statements as evidence of bias.

Judge to Decide on Evidence in Luigi Mangione's NY Murder Trial in May
legal2 months ago

Judge to Decide on Evidence in Luigi Mangione's NY Murder Trial in May

The evidence suppression hearing for Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, concluded with a judge expected to rule in May on whether certain evidence will be admissible at trial. The case involves disputes over search warrants and the legality of evidence collected, with a trial date to be set after the judge's decision.

DA Won't Use Luigi Mangione's Station House Statements Amidst Investigation
legal2 months ago

DA Won't Use Luigi Mangione's Station House Statements Amidst Investigation

The Manhattan DA's office plans to exclude certain statements made by Luigi Mangione during his custody in Pennsylvania from evidence, as part of an ongoing legal case concerning his arrest and the subsequent trial for the murder of CEO Brian Thompson. The case involves issues around the legality of recordings and searches conducted without proper warrants, with Mangione's defense arguing constitutional violations.