Trump Administration Seeks Federal Death Penalty for Luigi Mangione in CEO Murder Case

The Justice Department's decision intensifies debates on healthcare, political violence, and capital punishment in the U.S.

Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December 2024, now faces a federal death penalty request from the Justice Department.
Attorney General Pam Bondi characterized the act as premeditated political violence and announced the decision on April 1, 2025.
Mangione, who has pleaded not guilty, also faces charges in New York State court, where he could receive a life sentence.
The case has reignited public anger over private health insurers like UnitedHealthcare, criticized for prioritizing profits over patient care.
Mangione has garnered significant public support, with hashtags like #FreeLuigi trending and a crowdfunding campaign raising nearly $800,000 for his legal defense.