A federal district judge ruled on Friday that Luigi Mangione will not face the death penalty for allegedly killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December 2024. CNN’s Kara Scannell explains why the judge dismissed the murder charge and what this means for the federal case against Mangione.
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A federal district judge ruled on Friday that Luigi Mangione will not face the death penalty for allegedly killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December 2024. CNN’s Kara Scannell explains why the judge dismissed the murder charge and what this means for the federal case against Mangione. Discover more videos, including live streams and exclusive storytelling, on our Watch page.

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A federal district judge ruled on Friday that Luigi Mangione will not face the death penalty for allegedly killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December 2024. CNN’s Kara Scannell explains why the judge dismissed the murder charge and what this means for the federal case against Mangione.
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The Texas teenager who fatally stabbed Austin Metcalf, a track athlete from a rival team during a high school meet, was convicted of murder and sentenced to 35 years in prison on Tuesday. CNN’s Jean Casarez breaks down the arguments made at the trial that led to Anthony’s conviction.
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US annual inflation hit 4.2%, a three-year high, according to the latest Consumer Price Index from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. CNN's Alicia Wallace explains what economist are saying about the latest spike in inflation.
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Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) came in fifth place in the primary for South Carolina governor on Tuesday. CNN's Dianne Gallagher explains why President Donald Trump's lack of support may have helped tank Mace's campaign.
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On Monday, a federal judge voided President Donald Trump’s requirement of a $100,000 application fee for H-1B visas, which are used by companies to hire highly skilled foreign workers.
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Vice President JD Vance, who leads the White House anti-fraud task force, announced Monday that he made a criminal referral to the Department of Justice against Minnesota Democratic Gov. Tim Walz and other state officials.
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Apple revealed Siri AI, the new AI version of its digital assistant during the Worldwide Developers Conference on Monday. CNN's Lisa Eadicicco breaks down the updates and lets you know when it's expected to launch.
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Los Angeles council member Nithya Raman has overtaken reality TV star Spencer Pratt in the primary race for Los Angeles Mayor, but votes are still being counted. Whoever holds on to that second spot will face off against Mayor Karen Bass in November. CNN's Julia Vargas Jones explains why we still don't have a final election result.
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Six people were injured in a stabbing at New York’s Penn Station Sunday evening, raising security concerns as the city is set to host the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden which sits above the station. CNN's Mark Morales breaks down the extra security measures in place ahead of Monday's Game 3 as President Donald Trump is expected to be in attendance.
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Five astronauts were forced to seek shelter aboard a spacecraft attached to the International Space Station on Friday. CNN’s Jackie Wattles explains what caused the safety issue on the ISS.
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A new NTSB report on the United Airlines flight that struck a light pole while landing at Newark Airport last month says the plane was just 19 feet above the New Jersey Turnpike. CNN's Pete Muntean explains what pilots are doing to avoid future incidents like this one.
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The former national security adviser during President Donald Trump’s first term is expected to plead guilty to mishandling sensitive national security information. CNN's Katelyn Polantz explains what investigators found in Bolton's home that led the Justice Department to file charges.
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For the first time in decades, a case of flesh-eating New World screwworm has been detected in the United States. CNN's Jacqueline Howard explains what the main threats are from a screwworm infestation, and what is being done to prevent its spread.
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