On Friday, Luigi Mangione broke his silence following his arrest, issuing a statement through a newly launched website managed by his legal defense team.
“I am overwhelmed and grateful for the support I have received,” Mangione wrote. “Letters have poured into MDC from across the country and around the world, crossing political, racial, and class divides. While I can’t respond to most, please know that I read every one. Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to write—I look forward to hearing more in the future.”
A spokesperson for Mangione’s legal team confirmed that the website is legitimate but declined to provide further comments. The site also features a statement from his attorneys, explaining its purpose:
“Due to the extraordinary volume of inquiries and support, this site was created and is maintained by Luigi Mangione’s New York legal defense team. It aims to provide accurate information about his cases, answer frequently asked questions, and correct misinformation. Our goal is to share factual details regarding the unprecedented, multiple prosecutions against him.”
Mangione, the primary suspect in the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is currently being held at Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center. The 26-year-old pleaded not guilty to state murder and terrorism charges in December and also faces federal charges, including second-degree murder and weapons violations.
The website includes sections for case updates, statements from lead defense attorney Karen Friedman Agnifilo, FAQs, contributions, and a contact form. The contributions page links to a Give Send Go crowdfunding campaign created by supporters to help cover Mangione’s legal fees. As of Friday night, donations had surpassed $400,000.
“Luigi is aware of the fund and deeply appreciates the outpouring of support,” Agnifilo said earlier this week. “He plans to use these resources to fight all three unprecedented cases against him.”
Mangione’s supporters have also sent numerous letters, photos, and books. While grateful, he has asked that people temporarily stop sending books, as he is only allowed to keep five at a time, along with a photo album and 25 pictures—limits that wardens can adjust. Additionally, he has requested that people send no more than five photos at once, as each image is reviewed by law enforcement.
Mangione’s next court appearance is scheduled for February 21 in Manhattan. Initially set for the morning, the hearing has been moved to the afternoon.
