What’s New
The transition from the administration of President Joe Biden to that of President-elect Donald Trump could have an impact on the federal prosecution of Luigi Mangione, according to legal analysts.
Newsweek reached out to Trump’s transition team and Mangione’s attorney for comment via email on Wednesday morning.
Why It Matters
Mangione, 26, allegedly shot and killed Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, as he walked outside a New York City hotel on December 4. Federal prosecutors have levied multiple charges against the accused, including one that could carry the death penalty.
Trump has spoken out against Mangione and also promised this week to “vigorously” pursue death penalty cases when his Justice Department takes over next year. The death penalty remarks came after Biden commuted the sentences of all but three federal prisoners on death row.
What To Know
In addition to the federal charges, Mangione faces six charges in New York state that carry maximum penalties …