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Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in a targeted hotel shooting, just pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges — a move that could reshape his legal fate. The attack, fueled by his rage over corporate healthcare greed, left bullet casings etched with “deny” and “defend.” Though federal murder and terrorism charges were dropped, he still faces a serious state second-degree murder charge. With his federal sentencing looming in 2026 and a state trial fast approaching, the defense may argue double jeopardy — but prosecutors are ready to push back, claiming the charges target different harms. The judge’s decision could determine whether Mangione gets one or two trials — and how long he’ll spend behind bars.

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