Local·2026-08-14T15:59:18+00:00
Live Updates: Mangione Admits Shooting Health Care Executive as He Pleads Guilty in Federal Court
Before Mangione admitted his guilt, Garnett asked Mangione if he understood that he'd give up his right to a trial if he pleaded guilty, and Mangione responded yes. NEW YORK -- Luigi Mangione admitted to shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson as he pleaded guilty Friday to two federal stalking counts. Do you understand that?" the judge asked, and Mangione replied, "yes." There is no plea agreement between Mangione and the federal government, the judge confirmed.
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Local·2026-08-14T21:24:28+00:00
Mangione Admits to Fatally Shooting Insurance Executive in Manhattan
Thompson's family said in a statement Friday, "While nothing will ease the pain of losing him, we are grateful that the federal justice system has held the person responsible for this heinous act accountable." With more proceedings to come, the Thompsons added, "we will continue to seek the justice Brian deserves." The guilty plea could complicate Mangione's murder prosecution in state court, where trial is scheduled to begin. Before Mangione admitted his guilt, Garnett asked Mangione if he understood that he'd give up his right to a trial if he pleaded guilty, and Mangione responded yes.
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