Supporters Rally for Luigi Mangione Outside NYC Courthouse

Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, appeared in court for a pretrial hearing, drawing significant public support outside the courthouse. Demonstrators wore green attire and held signs like 'Free Luigi,' expressing their frustrations with the health insurance industry, which many believe contributed to the violence. Mangione faces multiple charges, including state murder and terrorism charges, with a parallel federal case that could lead to the death penalty. His attorney argued that the high-profile nature of the case is undermining his presumption of innocence, particularly as he remains shackled in court. The next hearing is scheduled for June 26, while pre-trial motions are due by April 9. The case has sparked a broader conversation about corporate accountability and public anger towards the healthcare system in the U.S.