Global Politics Report Editorial
Mangione state murder trial postponed after federal guilty plea in CEO killing
Mangione admitted to killing United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson on Friday, after which his lawyers moved to dismiss the state case.
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Source: BBC News
Politics desk: Policy
Published: Aug. 17, 2026 at 10:11 PM ET
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Original source: BBC News