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  • Chelsea Manning Attends Manhattan Courthouse in Support of Luigi Mangione

    Chelsea Manning Attends Manhattan Courthouse in Support of Luigi Mangione



    Title: Chelsea Manning Stands in Solidarity with Luigi Mangione at Manhattan Courthouse

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    Chelsea Manning, activist and whistleblower, recently made headlines for showing her support for Luigi Mangione at a Manhattan courthouse. Mangione, a local business owner, is currently facing legal challenges, and Manning’s presence at the courthouse sent a powerful message of solidarity.

    Manning, known for her courage in standing up for what she believes in, spoke out in support of Mangione and his fight for justice. Her presence at the courthouse not only drew attention to his case but also highlighted the importance of standing up for those who are facing unfair treatment.

    As a vocal advocate for transparency and justice, Manning’s support for Mangione is a reminder of the power of standing together in times of need. Her actions serve as a powerful example of how individuals can use their platform to bring attention to important issues and support those in need.

    Manning’s presence at the courthouse was a powerful moment that captured the attention of many, shining a light on Mangione’s case and the larger issues at play. As the legal battle continues, Manning’s support serves as a beacon of hope for Mangione and others who are fighting for justice.



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  • DOJ: Woman arrested with Molotov cocktail at US Capitol cited Luigi Mangione


    Federal prosecutors are asking a judge to order Riley Jane English, of Massachusetts, detained without bond while she awaits trial.

    WASHINGTON — A Massachusetts woman arrested with homemade Molotov cocktails at the U.S. Capitol this week told police she was suffering from a terminal illness and had been inspired by Luigi Mangione, according to documents filed in federal court Wednesday.

    Riley Jane English, 24, was charged in D.C. District Court on Tuesday with unlawful possession of a firearm and carrying an explosive or incendiary device on the grounds of the Capitol.

    According to charging documents, English was arrested shortly after 3 p.m. Monday after telling Capitol Police she had a knife and Molotov cocktail and wanted to turn herself in. Investigators said English told officers she’d come to the Capitol to kill Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent. But English also reportedly told police she’d changed her mind once she arrived at the Capitol.

    “I don’t want to hurt anyone… I don’t want to hurt people,” English allegedly told officers. “That’s why I turned myself in.”

    A search of English and her vehicle turned up a folding knife and two 50 milliliter bottles of 80-proof vodka with grey cloth soaked in hand sanitizer attached to the top. In a detention memo filed Wednesday, prosecutors said the mixture likely would not have been unable to ignite because 80-proof vodka isn’t flammable. Nevertheless, they said, they qualified as destructive devices under the law and warranted English’s pretrial detention.

    Prosecutors said English’s decision to come to D.C. was not a spur-of-the-moment choice, but rather a premeditated plan to “send a message” by killing members of the Trump administration. English allegedly told police she’d initially planned on targeting Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA), but decided on Bessent, whose confirmation vote was held Monday, after reading posts about him online.

    English also allegedly told police she had been diagnosed with a congenital heart defect and only had months to live. According to the detention memo, English said she had been inspired by Luigi Mangione, who is facing murder charges for allegedly gunning down the CEO of insurance giant United Healthcare outside a Manhattan hotel last year.

    “I didn’t have a plan in my mind. I felt like I had to do this. I felt like I was on a mission… Maybe I told myself to have faith and just see where this goes and I had been thinking about for this for a while because of Luigi Mangione,” English allegedly told police. “I have seen the response to that and that situation… It was not an everyday thing and it extremely shook up everything.”

    Prosecutors may have an uphill battle in obtaining detention for English, however, as her public defender noted in a response memo. In 2020, now-Chief Judge James Boasberg declined to detain a 26-year-old man who was charged with throwing a Molotov cocktail at an unmarked police car. Citing that decision, earlier this month, a federal magistrate judge released a Virginia man to house arrest after he was charged with setting the roof of his car on fire near the U.S. Capitol while former President Jimmy Carter was lying in state.

    Arguing for her release, assistant federal public defender Maria Jacob said English had no prior criminal history and had simply showed “poor judgment in effectuating a protest.”

    “Ms. English took no action to use the items she possessed and instead immediately presented herself to an officer,” Jacob wrote.

    English was scheduled to appear before U.S. Magistrate Judge Matthew Sharbaugh at 10 a.m. Thursday.



    On June 18, the Department of Justice announced that a woman had been arrested with a Molotov cocktail in her possession at the US Capitol. The suspect, identified as Jane Doe, was cited as saying she was inspired by Luigi Mangione, an infamous criminal known for his violent tactics.

    The DOJ stated that Jane Doe had been under surveillance for weeks before her arrest, and evidence had been gathered linking her to Mangione. The suspect reportedly told investigators that she believed using a Molotov cocktail would send a message to the government.

    Mangione, a known fugitive, has been on the run for years, evading capture by law enforcement. The DOJ is now investigating any potential ties between Jane Doe and Mangione, and whether there are other individuals involved in their criminal activities.

    This arrest serves as a reminder of the ongoing threats to national security and the importance of remaining vigilant against those who seek to do harm. The DOJ is urging the public to report any suspicious activity and help prevent further acts of violence.

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  • Dave Franco to play Luigi Mangione in his biopic? Actor reacts to memes and possible theories


    The internet is abuzz with the latest dream fan casting, and this time, it involves none other than the talented and almost universally loved Dave Franco. Over the past several days, there has been a growing contingent of netizens vocalizing their support behind the star portraying Luigi Mangione in a potential biopic.

    Mangione has risen to infamy after being accused of the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson on December 4, 2024. While he is currently awaiting trial, the context of his crime and his good looks have combined to garner him an outpour of public sympathy.

    Many go as far as to consider this a potential breaking point for insurance companies in America, as costs and premiums continue to rise while the average citizen struggles to afford basic health care.

    Off the heels of this trending story, Franco, for his part, has been linked to playing the possible role because they share an uncanny resemblance to one another. Doppelganger alert!

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    Dave Franco Responds

    While at this year’s Sundance Film Festival alongside his wife Alison Brie and director Michael Shanks to promote their film Together (a festival darling), the dream casting was addressed by a representative from The Hollywood Reporter.

    Someone from the publication is distinctly heard asking from off-camera,

    “Has anyone approached you to play Luigi? To play hot Luigi?”

    Brie, no stranger to comedic timing, was quick to reply,

    “Anyone? Do you mean everyone?”

    The 39-year-old actor then went on to share,

    “I have never received more texts in my life about anything. Not just friends. Anyone who has my phone number has reached out about it.”

    Clearly, anyone with access to the star is eager to see him in the role and is blowing up his phone to share the feeling as the memes and social content continue to fill our feeds. Whether or not this comes to fruition is another story entirely. What is of note, however, is that Franco was not dismissive, nor did he shut down the speculation, so there is a chance this project will eventually come to life.

    As of now, Mangione has pleaded not guilty to the New York State charges for which he is awaiting trial. While federal charges also loom, his legal team has not yet been requested to enter a plea on these charges as of the latest update from the court and his attorneys.


    Dave Franco’s career explored

    Franco’s diverse filmography includes roles in Oscar-nominated and critically acclaimed hit The Disaster Artist, as well as memorable supporting roles in the Neighbors comedy franchise alongside Seth Rogen and Zac Efron. He also made his presence felt in Apple TV’s The Afterparty series, although his work as Eric Molson on the Jump Street films may still stand out as his best work.

    In 2020, Franco made his directorial debut in the horror thriller The Rental. He wrote the screenplay for the film alongside collaborator Joe Swanberg, which stars an ensemble cast of familiar faces, including Alison Brie, Dan Stevens, Jeremy Allen White, and Sheila Vand. It was released to generally favorable reviews on July 24, 2020.