Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has made a significant addition to his legal team. On Friday, Karen Friedman Agnifilo—a CNN legal analyst and former Manhattan prosecutor under then-District Attorney Cyrus Vance Jr.—was named as the suspected murderer‘s legal representative. Friedman Agnifilo handled many of the most high-profile prosecutions for the Manhattan DA’s office. Her firm, Agnifilo Intrater LLP, confirmed the announcement.

Mangione, aged 26, was apprehended earlier last week in a McDonald’s in Pennsylvania after being identified by a customer from police bulletins. Authorities claim that he was carrying a weapon, documents, and a mask linking him to the December 4 murder outside the New York Hilton Midtown. Thompson was shot during his arrival for an investor meeting.

TIES TO MEIDASTOUCH & JACK SMITH. 

Friedman Agnifilo, with a background as a former Chief Assistant District Attorney in Manhattan and experience as a legal adviser to Law & Order and legal analyst for CNN, brings added attention to this case. The former prosecutor has deep ties with numerous government figures including Biden’s Department of Justice (DOJ) special prosecutor Jack Smith. Additionally, she is a contributor to the infamous left-wing, anti-Trump MeidasTouch network.

Her husband, Mark Agnifilo, is currently representing Sean “Diddy” Combs in his federal trial over allegations of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and transportation to engage in prostitution.

Prosecutors, led by current Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, aim to extradite Mangione from Pennsylvania. Bragg has indicated readiness to proceed with the case, irrespective of Mangione’s decision on extradition. Meanwhile, Mangione is being held without bail, facing charges including intentional murder and weapons possession.

Initially, Mangione’s Pennsylvania attorney, Thomas Dickey, signaled opposition to extradition; however, recent statements from Bragg hint at a potential change in stance. Involvement from governors may become necessary, with Governor Kathy Hochul (D-NY) prepared to collaborate with Gov. Josh Shapiro (D-PA) on a governor’s warrant if required.

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