Luigi Mangione’s Court Outburst

Luigi Mangione just can’t keep it together. He appeared in a Manhattan courtroom Friday and promptly lost his cool as the judge set a June trial date for his case. He’s accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, so it’s not like he’s got nothing to worry about.

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Mangione’s outburst was likely a result of the serious charges against him. It’s not every day you’re accused of killing a CEO, and it’s clear the pressure is getting to him. The judge, however, didn’t seem too fazed by the whole ordeal and just set the trial date anyway. Guess that’s what happens when you’re a judge – you get used to people freaking out in front of you.

It’s worth noting that Mangione’s lawyers probably won’t be thrilled about their client’s little meltdown. It’s not exactly the kind of thing that inspires confidence in a defendant. But hey, at least it makes for good headlines, right?