What is an open plea, which Luigi Mangione entered in court?
Accused killer Luigi Mangione will be back in court Friday morning. Sources familiar with the matter have said he is expected to plead guilty in his federal case, which will affect his state case.
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Part of Luigi Mangione's prosecution for killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson
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Luigi Mangione federal guilty plea expected to be announced Friday, sources say: What to know ahead of court
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2 sourcesLuigi Mangione expected to plead guilty in New York federal case: sources