Defense Seeks to Block Death Penalty for Accused CEO Killer, Cites Political Motives Behind Prosecution Decision
New York, NY – In a contentious legal battle, the defense attorney for Luigi Mangione, charged with the murder of a healthcare executive on a New York City sidewalk, is pushing to prevent the federal government from seeking the death penalty. Attorney Karen Friedman Agnifilo argues that the move by Attorney General Pam Bondi is politically motivated and deviates from traditional protocols. Mangione, 26, accused of the premeditated killing of Brian Thompson, a UnitedHealthcare executive and father of two, faces severe legal challenges. His lawyer contends that the death penalty decision reflects a broader political … Read more