Mangione's attorneys discussed possible plea deal but talks fell apart, sources say
Summary
Attorneys for Luigi Mangione, charged with killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, and federal prosecutors discussed a possible plea deal before a Monday court hearing, but the talks fell apart. Mangione faces both state and federal charges and has pleaded not guilty; the upcoming hearings and trials are still planned.Key Facts
- Luigi Mangione is charged with killing Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, in December 2024.
- Mangione faces separate state and federal charges related to the case.
- Defense attorneys and federal prosecutors discussed a plea deal before a hearing but negotiations ended without an agreement.
- A pretrial hearing is scheduled in Manhattan federal court on Monday to discuss trial plans.
- Mangione has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
- Defense lawyers said reports about plea talks are part of efforts to harm Mangione’s right to a fair trial.
- It is common for defense and prosecutors to negotiate plea deals before trials.
- Mangione’s state trial is set for September, and a related federal trial on interstate stalking is planned for November.
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