The Mangione Trial19 Des 2025

Court update: The battle over evidence

A marathon three weeks of pre-trial hearing has just ended in Luigi Mangione’s New York state trial - what have we learnt?

The defence have been arguing over what evidence should be kept out of the upcoming state trial for the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Manhattan in December 2024.

This includes statements made to the police during Mangione’s arrest, items found on him and in his backpack.

Judge Carro will decide what will be shown to the jury when the trial is eventually scheduled which could have big implications for the case.

Jordan Dunbar is joined from New York by Terri Austin former trial attorney and Matthew Lee Senior Reporter at Inner City Press to discuss the key moments in the case and what new information has come to light.

In addition to the New York state criminal proceedings, Mangione also faces federal murder charges, which could lead to the death penalty.

Mangione has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him.

This podcast takes a step back to unpick the facts and conspiracies, and we'll explain what happens in court. If you have heard of a claim you want us to fact check, or a question for us to tackle, email us at themangionetrial@bbc.co.uk or WhatsApp: 0330 678 33 63

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Episoder(17)

Luigi Mangione admits killing healthcare boss

Luigi Mangione appears in federal court to plead guilty to killing health insurance CEO Brian Thompson. Jordan Dunbar has the latest developments after a last minute hearing was called in New York. W...

14 Aug 18min

How a murder case fuelled a culture war

Since the shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, the case against Luigi Mangione has become about more than just the evidence that will be tested in court. Across politics, social media and ...

11 Aug 27min

Brand new episodes launch ahead of trial

Jordan Dunbar will be back with new episodes dropping from tomorrow leading up to trial, looking at issues surrounding the Luigi Mangione case.

10 Aug 1min

The Tupac Trial - from Fame Under Fire

Nearly 30 years after Tupac Shakur was fatally shot on the Las Vegas Strip, Nevada prosecutors are preparing for the trial of the only person ever charged in connection with the rapper’s death. Duan...

6 Aug 25min

Mangione won’t face death penalty

Luigi Mangione will not face the death penalty if convicted of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, a federal judge has ruled. US District Judge Margaret Garnett dismissed the federal firear...

30 Jan 21min

Court update: Mangione terror charges dropped

This is the podcast that takes a step back to unpick and understand this story, and we'll also be bringing you news updates. A judge in New York state has dismissed two terrorism charges against Lui...

16 Sep 202511min

Politics and appearance: Mangione's supporters explained

A deep dive into the supporters of Luigi Mangione, featuring some exclusive new data, and considering how this case might be influencing US social attitudes to political violence. BBC World Service Di...

14 Mai 202527min