Luigi Mangione returns to federal court as jury plans take shape

NEW YORK (NewsNation) — Luigi Mangione is scheduled Monday to appear in federal court in Manhattan for a pretrial hearing in the alleged murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

Mangione faces separate prosecutions by the state of New York and the U.S. Department of Justice.

Monday’s hearing is expected to focus on preparations for his federal trial, including plans for jury selection.

In a letter to the judge, attorneys said they are prepared to discuss proposed juror questionnaires, scheduling and any other issues the court wants to address.

Could media coverage impact jury bias?

Mangione’s defense has previously argued extensive media coverage could make it difficult to seat an impartial jury.

The district judge in Mangione’s federal case has also expressed concerns about having potential jurors complete........

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