Attorney General Pam Bondi isn’t mincing words—or backing down. On Tuesday, she announced the federal government will pursue the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, the man accused of executing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in cold blood on the streets of Manhattan, as reported by The New York Post.

“Luigi Mangione’s murder of Brian Thompson — an innocent man and father of two young children — was a premeditated, cold-blooded assassination that shocked America. After careful consideration, I have directed federal prosecutors to seek the death penalty in this case as we carry out President Trump’s agenda to stop violent crime and Make America Safe Again.”

Mangione, just 26 years old, now faces both federal and state charges tied to what prosecutors have called a calculated killing. While the state case is currently further along, with Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s office securing a grand jury indictment, New York’s soft-on-crime policies mean state prosecutors can’t even consider the death penalty.

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Capital punishment has been outlawed in the state since 2004—another trophy on the shelf for progressive lawmakers who prioritize criminals over victims.

Bondi’s move throws a much-needed wrench into the left’s broken justice machine. Her decision signals a return to law and order, especially when it comes to high-profile crimes that threaten the safety and stability of American cities.

While it’s unclear which court—state or federal—will try Mangione first, the federal death penalty push adds a new layer of pressure. A federal jury must approve the penalty, but Bondi’s stance makes it clear the gloves are off.

Sources close to the case revealed that the insurance industry had been quietly urging federal authorities to take up the case and push for the ultimate punishment. And rightfully so.

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Thompson wasn’t just a CEO—he was a husband, a father, and a respected leader in an industry that impacts millions of Americans.

The Biden-era leniency on violent criminals has become all too familiar, especially in cities like New York, where District Attorney Alvin Bragg has developed a reputation for letting thugs roam free.

But this time, the federal government under President Trump’s leadership is stepping in to ensure justice doesn’t get buried beneath progressive politics.

This case isn’t just about one man’s murder—it’s about restoring the rule of law and sending a loud message to those who think they can act without consequence.

Pam Bondi’s no-nonsense approach offers a stark contrast to the soft-handed policies of local prosecutors who’ve turned America’s cities into crime zones.

Mangione’s day in court is coming. And if justice prevails, he’ll face the highest penalty allowed by law—for what Bondi rightfully called a “cold-blooded assassination.”

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