Some of Mangione’s writings, described as “manifesto” ramblings, have deeply influenced a segment of the internet that sees his case as symbolic rather than criminal.
DOJ Asks for Death Penalty
On Thursday, the Department of Justice (DOJ) filed formal notice that it will seek the death penalty against Mangione, following directives from Attorney General Pam Bondi.
“Mangione’s murder of Brian Thompson — an innocent man and father of two young children — was a premeditated, cold-blooded assassination that shocked America,” Bondi said earlier this month. “After careful consideration, I have directed federal prosecutors to seek the death penalty in this case as we carry out President Trump’s agenda to stop violent crime and Make America Safe Again.”
Mangione is also facing 11 state charges in New York, including murder and terrorism, for which he pleaded not guilty. Additionally, he faces charges in Pennsylvania related to his arrest after a nationwide manhunt.
Details of the Murder
According to authorities, Mangione fatally shot Thompson on Dec. 4, 2024, outside the New York Hilton, where UnitedHealth Group was hosting its annual investor conference.
