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Daily Mail
25-04-2025
- Politics
- Daily Mail
Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to all charges as his fans, including a notorious whistleblower show up in court to support him
Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty to all charges Friday in the federal case brought against him alleging he killed United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Mangione, who has attracted a significant following, denied murder through the use of a firearm, another gun offense and two counts of stalking. Military whistleblower Chelsea Manning again showed up to support the alleged murderer in Manhattan Federal Court. It was the second time Manning – who spent seven years behind bars for passing secrets to WikiLeaks – has been at court to see the man accused of shooting health care executive Brian Thompson on a Manhattan street. Manning, 37, was one of several supporters who turne up at Manhattan Federal court for the latest hearing for Mangione, who now faces the death penalty if found guilty. The fans claim Donald Trump is only seeking Mangione's execution because the president needs a 'fall guy'. Speaking outside court before his latest appearance before a judge, Mangione's supporters said that Trump was targeting him even though there was nothing 'solid' against him. They defended Mangione, who is accused of shooting UnitedHealthcare chief executive Thompson, and said that he had 'great values' and that health insurance is a 'right'. Mangione, a 26-year-old Ivy League graduate, was due to appear at the federal court in Manhattan to enter a plea to murder through the use of a firearm, firearms offense and two counts of stalking. The allegation of murder with a firearm makes Mangione eligible for the death penalty, if he is convicted. The hearing was the first since Attorney General Pam Bondi – with the support of Trump – said the Justice Department will ask for a penalty of death . Trump has called the December shooting a 'cold-blooded, horrible killing' but Mangione's lawyers have called top level administration officials' comments a breach of protocol and are demanding the possibility of the ultimate penalty be removed from the case. Around 20 Mangione supporters stood outside the courthouse in downtown Manhattan hours before the hearing hoping to get a seat. Many of them were masked – an apparent tribute to Mangione – and declined to comment. But Sandra Minestro, 33, said that she was there to show her support because she thought that 'healthcare is a right'. 'It's not right that people don't have the money to pay for health insurance', she said. Asked if she was there to support Mangione or for healthcare reform, she said: 'A bit of both.' Minestro had a sign that said: 'Lives over profit' and 'Free Luigi' with a cartoon of Luigi from the Mario Bros. video games. Manning, a former Army private, was among them. When she appeared at a Mangione hearing in February she said she was there to exercise her sixth amendment rights to view court proceedings. April Cheree, 49, said she wanted to make sure Mangione's 'rights weren't being violated'. She said she got the Covid-19 vaccine but that it had caused her problems with her employers – she is currently between jobs. 'I do understand his unhappiness, his disgruntlement because I'm also on a wait, I'm still waiting for return calls and waiting for return (medical) services', she said. 'We all feel that. I understand why he's unhappy and fighting for someone to hear him'. Cheree said that she was impressed with Mangione going to Penn State and being valedictorian of his high school class. 'I haven't found anything solid in reference to what they're saying to make him a criminal', she said. 'He does have really great values proper to the (allegations), a really great family'. Trump was seeking the death penalty because Mangione 'has a really strong population following him'. Cheree said: 'They have to find the guy with the perfect stigma. It's not because he's the worst guy, he's the top guy. He's got the right image. In most cases when they have a fall guy, he fits perfectly. They want us to view him that way and place this disposition on him'. Prosecutors claim that Mangione shot dead Thompson, 50, a father-of-two, outside a Hilton hotel in Midtown Manhattan on December 4 last year. He allegedly used a 'ghost gun' and wrote 'Deny. Depose. Delay' on the bullets in a sign of his anger at the healthcare system which reportedly sprang from his long term back problems. Mangione allegedly fled New York and was arrested days later at a McDonald's in Altoona, Pennsylvania, 200 miles away. Police allegedly found a notebook in his backpack in which he wrote that killing Thompson was 'targeted, precise, and doesn't risk innocents'. Police believe Mangione saw the execution as a 'symbolic takedown' and that he saw himself as a 'hero'. Mangione also faces 11 counts in a state court in New York – the trial there will take place first – including murder in the first degree and murder in the second degree. The murder charges state that he killed Thompson 'in furtherance of an act of terrorism' and as a 'crime of terrorism'. Additionally, Mangione faces gun charges in Pennsylvania.
Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bindi Irwin's Daughter Grace Warrior Is the Sleepiest Cuddle Bug in Dreamy Beach Photo
The infamous Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin's granddaughter doesn't need to hunt down any Zs. No, Bindi Irwin's 3-year-old daughter Grace Warrior is actually a napping pro. At least that's what it looks like from Terri Irwin's latest photo. Grace's grandma — or should we say her 'Bunny' (IYKYK) — caught the sweetest shot of Bindi Irwin and Grace sitting on the beach. Grace is on her mom's lap with her head resting on her shoulder. Her arm is wrapped tightly around her mom who has her eyes closed in bliss. Meanwhile, Grace's eyes are closed because she is out. The sleepy toddler must have had too much fun playing with her family on the beach. More from SheKnows Bindi Irwin's Daughter Grace Shares a 'Sweet Moment' With a Kangaroo in a Wildly Cute New Picture Toddlers: They are either fighting nap time with everything they have, or falling sound asleep in the most unlikely of places. 'Remember when you could just fall asleep anywhere?' Terri captioned her Instagram post before using the hashtag for National Sleep Awareness Week. Bindi quickly commented on her mom's post, writing, 'So grateful for these moments. ❤️' Followers were touched by the 'precious' picture. 'Nothing like having a moment to sit and hold your little one when they've fallen asleep on you,' one person wrote. 'The sweet contentment on your face brings back so many moments when mine were tiny kiddos💜' Others knew exactly why Grace was able to fall asleep at the beach: 'Everything is safe and warm in a Mama's arms ❤️❤️ such a beautiful moment and family,' one person wrote. Her mom isn't the only person little Grace can't stop cuddling. Earlier this year, the little girl couldn't stop hugging the kangaroos at the Australia Zoo. Just like with her mom, she rested her head on a kangaroo. And though she didn't fully fall asleep (which is probably for the best), it was still a case of cuteness overload. In 2023, Bindi spoke to SheKnows about how she treasures family time and does her best to be 'completely present.' 'Because sometimes we forget to do that because life is such a whirlwind,' she said. 'So if you can find that time to be utterly present with your family it really helps feed your soul.' Whether it's watching her daughter cuddle with a kangaroo, being the one to snuggle with her on the beach, or anything in between, Bindi knows just how truly invaluable those moments are. 'It's just good for your heart,' she continued. 'I love that time.'Best of SheKnows Chelsea Handler & Other Celebs Who Are Doing Just Fine Without Biological Children 'Mario Day' Is Today — & All the Can't-Miss Mario Bros. Deals Are Here! Wicked-Inspired Names Are Spiking — Here Are the Most 'Popular' Names from the Trend
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Social Rundown: NY Strip could soon be called Texas Strip, and National Mario Day
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Welcome back to the Social Rundown, where you can learn about the online trends happening globally and in Texoma, too! Want to get the latest tea or news on what's trending on social media? Tune in daily! NY Strip Steak could soon be called the TX Strip All steak lovers, or New York Strip lovers, could soon face the small challenge of no longer calling it that but its new name: the Texas Strip. Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has mentioned he will change the name of the popular steak cut. While proposing the renaming of the steak cut is well within their rights, a New York steakhouse is planning on suing the state of Texas for $1 million. According to the Austin Eater, the steakhouse alleges that the rebranding of the New York strip 'infringes upon New York's cultural heritage and poses economic harm to businesses that rely on the recognition and popularity of the New York strip steak.' National Mario Day! March 10 is an exciting day for all Mario Bros. lovers and fanatics. The Italian plumber, once known as a carpenter named Jumpman, continues to be a top favorite in the video game world. He, his brother Luigi, and the rest of the Mario Bros. clan continue to provide hours of fun for people worldwide. You can celebrate by using the hashtag #NationalMarioDay on your pictures or posts on all social media platforms! Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
