Ghouls Celebrate As Judge Blocks Major Evidence in Mangione Murder Trial — but the Gun Stays In
A New York judge has ruled that some evidence in Luigi Mangione's murder trial is inadmissible due to unconstitutional searches. While the handgun allegedly used in the murder remains admissible, other items found in his backpack will not be presented to the jury. Mangione has pleaded not guilty to all charges against him.
- ▪A judge ruled that a search of Mangione's backpack at McDonald's was unconstitutional.
- ▪The handgun allegedly used in the murder will still be allowed as evidence in the trial.
- ▪Several items, including a bullet magazine and cellphone, were deemed inadmissible.
- ▪Mangione has pleaded not guilty to all charges in both state and federal cases.
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Ghouls Celebrate As Judge Blocks Major Evidence in Mangione Murder Trial — but the Gun Stays In By Bob Hoge | 2:15 PM on May 18, 2026 The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. Curtis Means/Pool Photo via AP A New York judge ruled Monday that some crucial evidence in Luigi Mangione’s murder trial will be allowed — but he also ruled that some key items were inadmissible because authorities unconstitutionally searched the accused killer’s backpack.
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