Supporters Rally Outside NYC Court for Accused CEO Killer Luigi Mangione

Supporters of Luigi Mangione, accused of fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, gathered in large numbers outside a Manhattan courthouse for his recent court appearance. The 26-year-old faces multiple murder charges, including terrorism, for the December 4 killing, which has sparked broader discussions about the U.S. healthcare system. During the hearing, supporters displayed symbols of their allegiance, including a truck featuring an image of Mangione depicted as a saint. Mangione, who has pleaded not guilty, is currently held in a Brooklyn federal jail and faces potential federal charges that could lead to the death penalty. His arrest followed a five-day manhunt, during which police found evidence of his hostile views towards the health insurance industry. The case is expected to proceed to trial, with the state charges likely taking precedence over the federal ones.