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Luigi Mangione Pleads Guilty to Federal Stalking Charges

9/3/2026

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Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges tied to United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s murder.
He entered the plea on August 14, 2026, shortly before the state jury selection on September 8.
Mangione’s federal sentencing is set for December 18, 2026.
His attorneys moved to dismiss state charges on double-jeopardy grounds, halting the trial.
Judge Margaret Garnett sealed federal hearings to avoid prejudice to the upcoming state jury selection.

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Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges tied to United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s murder.
He entered the plea on August 14, 2026, shortly before the state jury selection on September 8.
Mangione’s federal sentencing is set for December 18, 2026.
His attorneys moved to dismiss state charges on double-jeopardy grounds, halting the trial.
Judge Margaret Garnett sealed federal hearings to avoid prejudice to the upcoming state jury selection.