US v. Luis Mangione
Luis Mangione's federal murder trial for the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, who was killed outside a Manhattan hotel on December 4, 2024, has been rescheduled to October 5, 2026, with his state murder trial set for September 8, 2026. As of April 18, 2026: Mangione's fingerprints were reportedly found on a water bottle near the murder scene, and a notebook detailing plans to target an insurance executive was discovered with him. Mangione, who has pleaded not guilty to all charges, is described as a "folk hero on the street" and is housed in the same Brooklyn jail as Sean "Diddy" Combs. Authorities previously found a 3D-printed pistol and silencer in his backpack that matched shell casings from the crime scene, though a federal judge dismissed two federal charges, including a death penalty-eligible murder charge, on January 30, 2026.
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April 2026 — 4 developments
Luis Mangione's fingerprints were reportedly found on a water bottle discovered near the murder scene of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Luis Mangione's fingerprints were reportedly found on a water bottle discovered near the murder scene of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. A notebook found with Mangione detailed plans to target an insurance executive, and he has been described as a "folk hero on the street."
Luigi Mangione's federal murder trial has been rescheduled to October 5, 2026, with jury selection commencing on that date.
Luigi Mangione's federal murder trial has been rescheduled to October 5, 2026, with jury selection commencing on that date. This marks a delay from the original September 8, 2026 date, with opening statements now expected between October 26 and November 2, 2026. Mangione also faces state charges, with his state murder trial set for September 8, 2026.
Luis Mangione's manifesto did not explicitly name UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson as a target, though it indicated an intent to "do something.
Luis Mangione's manifesto did not explicitly name UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson as a target, though it indicated an intent to "do something." Additionally, Mangione is reportedly housed in the same Brooklyn jail as Sean "Diddy" Combs. Authorities previously found a 3D-printed pistol and silencer in his backpack that matched shell casings from the crime scene.
Luigi Mangione's federal trial is scheduled to begin in September 2026, with jury selection commencing in June 2026.
Luigi Mangione's federal trial is scheduled to begin in September 2026, with jury selection commencing in June 2026. A litigation calendar event for the federal case is scheduled for April 1, 2026.
March 2026 — 2 developments
Luigi Mangione's legal team has requested postponements for both his federal and state murder trials.
Luigi Mangione's legal team has requested postponements for both his federal and state murder trials. The defense argues that preparing for two complex trials simultaneously would hinder their ability to adequately represent Mangione. The federal trial is sought to be postponed until early 2027, while the state trial is requested to be moved to September 2026.
Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has pleaded not guilty to all charges. Thompson was shot and killed outside a Manhattan hotel on December 4, 2024, as he arrived for an investor conference. Surveillance video and a notebook expressing hostility towards the health insurance industry have been presented as key to the prosecution's case.
February 2026 — 4 developments
Federal prosecutors announced on February 27, 2026, that they will not challenge a judge's order dismissing two death penalty-eligible counts against Luigi Mangione.
Federal prosecutors announced on February 27, 2026, that they will not challenge a judge's order dismissing two death penalty-eligible counts against Luigi Mangione. Mangione faces separate state murder charges for the alleged shooting of UnitedHealthcare executive Brian Thompson. Jury selection for the federal case is scheduled to begin in September 2026, with the trial starting in October.
Luigi Mangione's state murder trial for the alleged murder of a healthcare chief executive is scheduled to begin in June, three months before he is set to face federal charges.
Luigi Mangione's state murder trial for the alleged murder of a healthcare chief executive is scheduled to begin in June, three months before he is set to face federal charges. The judge accelerated the timeline for the state trial.
A New York judge has scheduled Luigi Mangione's state murder trial to begin on June 8, 2026.
A New York judge has scheduled Luigi Mangione's state murder trial to begin on June 8, 2026. This date precedes his federal trial, which is set for the fall.
A federal judge dismissed two federal charges against Luigi Mangione on January 30, 2026, including a murder charge that carried the possibility of the death penalty.
A federal judge dismissed two federal charges against Luigi Mangione on January 30, 2026, including a murder charge that carried the possibility of the death penalty. The judge cited legal incompatibility and the desire to foreclose the death penalty. Mangione's federal trial, originally scheduled for September, has been requested to be postponed to early 2027 due to scheduling conflicts with his state trial.
January 2026 — 5 developments
The trial will now proceed on Counts One and Two, charging Mangione with causing Brian Thompson's death under federal stalking laws, with a maximum penalty of life without parole.
The trial will now proceed on Counts One and Two, charging Mangione with causing Brian Thompson's death under federal stalking laws, with a maximum penalty of life without parole. The prosecution has until February 27, 2026, to decide whether to appeal the dismissal of the federal murder and weapons charges.
A federal judge ruled on January 30, 2026, that prosecutors cannot seek the death penalty against Luigi Mangione for the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
A federal judge ruled on January 30, 2026, that prosecutors cannot seek the death penalty against Luigi Mangione for the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The judge dismissed a federal murder charge, stating her intent to 'foreclose the death penalty as an available punishment.' This ruling came after the Trump administration had sought to execute Mangione.
A federal judge in New York has agreed to dismiss federal murder charges against Luigi Mangione, removing the possibility of the death penalty.
A federal judge in New York has agreed to dismiss federal murder charges against Luigi Mangione, removing the possibility of the death penalty. Lawyers for Mangione had argued to have the most serious charges thrown out. The judge deemed the federal murder charge technically flawed to prevent capital punishment.
A federal judge dismissed the federal murder charge and a related firearm charge that carried the po…
A federal judge dismissed the federal murder charge and a related firearm charge that carried the possibility of the death penalty, ruling that stalking does not qualify as a predicate 'crime of violence' for capital punishment.
A federal judge issued a scheduling order for the non-capital trial, with jury selection set for September 8, 2026, and the trial to begin on October 13, 2026.
A federal judge issued a scheduling order for the non-capital trial, with jury selection set for September 8, 2026, and the trial to begin on October 13, 2026.
October 2025 — 1 developments
The defense moved to dismiss Counts Three and Four of the federal indictment.
The defense moved to dismiss Counts Three and Four of the federal indictment.
September 2025 — 4 developments
Luigi Mangione's November 7 hearing in Pennsylvania was canceled because he refused to appear remotely, asserting his right to be present in person.
Luigi Mangione's November 7 hearing in Pennsylvania was canceled because he refused to appear remotely, asserting his right to be present in person. Additionally, two state terrorism charges against Mangione were dismissed on September 16, 2025, by a judge who ruled them "legally insufficient." He still faces other state and federal charges, including second-degree murder.
A judge dismissed two of the most serious state charges against Luigi Mangione, first-degree murder and second-degree murder, on September 16, 2025.
A judge dismissed two of the most serious state charges against Luigi Mangione, first-degree murder and second-degree murder, on September 16, 2025. Mangione still faces an additional second-degree murder charge and federal charges in the killing of United HealthCare executive Brian Thompson.
A New York judge dismissed state terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione, ruling them legally insufficient.
A New York judge dismissed state terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione, ruling them legally insufficient. Separately, a U.S. federal judge dismissed the murder charge against Mangione, stating it was legally incompatible with other pending counts. Mangione's defense is also attempting to have key evidence, including a handgun and notebook, suppressed, arguing it was obtained illegally without a warrant.
A New York state judge dismissed Mangione's terror-related murder charges, stating the evidence was legally insufficient.
A New York state judge dismissed Mangione's terror-related murder charges, stating the evidence was legally insufficient. He still faced a charge of second-degree murder in state court.
December 2024 — 4 developments
Mangione was arraigned in New York Supreme Court on state charges and pleaded not guilty.
Mangione was arraigned in New York Supreme Court on state charges and pleaded not guilty.
A federal complaint was unsealed charging Luigi Mangione with murder, interstate stalking, and weapons offenses.
A federal complaint was unsealed charging Luigi Mangione with murder, interstate stalking, and weapons offenses. He was taken into federal custody and presented in Manhattan federal court. Federal prosecutors initially sought the death penalty.
Following a nationwide manhunt, Luigi Mangione was arrested in Altoona, Pennsylvania, five days after the shooting.
Following a nationwide manhunt, Luigi Mangione was arrested in Altoona, Pennsylvania, five days after the shooting. He was found in possession of a 9mm pistol and a sound suppressor consistent with the weapon used in the murder.
Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was shot and killed in New York City.
Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was shot and killed in New York City. Surveillance video showed a masked gunman shooting Thompson from behind as he arrived for an investor conference.