Mangione’s attorneys are pressing their double jeopardy argument, claiming he should not face New York murder charges after pleading guilty in federal court to conduct they describe as fundamentally the same offense.

Their position is that stalking someone with the intention of killing them, followed by the killing itself, amounts to the same underlying harm as murder.

The defense made that argument in response to Manhattan prosecutors, who urged a New York judge to reject Mangione’s request to dismiss the state charges. In his federal case, Mangione admitted to killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, a 50-year-old father of two who was shot in the back outside a Hilton hotel in Manhattan.

Prosecutors contend that double jeopardy does not apply because Mangione was not ultimately prosecuted on federal firearms charges. They maintain the New York murder case should proceed, arguing that the alleged killing does not involve the same “harm or evil” as the federal stalking charges. They also say Mangione’s decision to abandon a possible “extreme emotional disturbance” defense under New York law does not establish that the federal case blocked him from pursuing it.

In a response made public over the weekend, defense attorneys Karen Friedman Agnifilo, Marc Agnifilo and Jacob Kaplan challenged each of those claims.

The lawyers first argued that Mangione was still “prosecuted” for the federal firearms offenses even though those counts were dismissed, meaning the constitutional protection against double jeopardy remains relevant.

“The statutory definition of being ‘prosecuted’ for an offense does not require that the defendant plead guilty to that specific offense,” Mangione’s attorneys wrote.

Mangione pleaded guilty to two federal counts after initially facing a broader indictment.

“In other words, when Mangione pleaded guilty to the federal indictment, the criminal action in which he had been charged with possession and use of the firearm was terminated for statutory double jeopardy purposes,” the attorneys wrote.

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The defense also argued that allegedly stalking Thompson with the intent to kill him constitutes the same “core misconduct” as the murder. Because New York’s double jeopardy protections are broader than those in the U.S. Constitution, prosecutors must demonstrate that the state charges target a different harm from the federal offenses to which Mangione pleaded guilty.

“One of the harms clearly addressed by the expansive federal stalking statute is stalking with the intent to kill and resulting in the killing of the person stalked,” the defense wrote. “It is a statute that, like a state murder statute, is intended to keep people safe from being murdered — the oldest crime there is.”

The attorneys acknowledged that the federal stalking charge includes additional requirements, such as interstate travel and electronic communications. However, they argued those elements are separate from the central harm at issue: the killing of another person.

“Travel and electronics are not the evils or harms being prevented,” they wrote. “The federal government does have an interest, however, in preventing people from [traveling] or using electronics as part of the crime of killing another person, or intending to do so. That is what makes the stalking statute similar to the murder statute in terms of the evils or harms both are looking to prevent.”

Mangione’s legal team is asking Judge Gregory Carro to dismiss the state murder charges.

The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office, led by Alvin Bragg, did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

New York’s American Museum of Natural History took on a glamorous new look as fashion’s biggest names gathered for the annual Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) Awards.

The high-profile ceremony celebrates American design talent, yet several red-carpet appearances divided opinion. Lola Tung’s Coach gown and Carrie Coon’s strapless look were among the outfits critics felt failed to make the desired impact.

Pamela Anderson and Lila Moss, however, delivered standout style moments as guests arrived for the event, which recognises the leading designers and fashion innovators of the year.

Four major competitive prizes are presented during the ceremony, honouring designers of women’s and men’s clothing, accessories and emerging fashion talent.

Hailey Bieber attended the New York celebration to support Yves Saint Laurent, appearing on the red carpet beside the brand’s designer, Anthony Vaccarello.

Her embellished gold gown featured a dramatic front slit and fur trim, but Reddit users were quick to criticise the detail, with some calling it “atrocious.”

Carrie Coon also attracted mixed reactions in a blue strapless gown. The 45-year-old The Gilded Age actress wore a mini-dress beneath a sheer layer, finished with a sweeping train that gave the look a somewhat dated red-carpet feel.

She paired the outfit with matching suede heels, creating a single-tone finish that did little to lift the overall ensemble.

Lola Tung, usually praised for her adventurous fashion choices, opted for a noticeably more restrained look at this year’s CFDA Awards.

The Summer I Turned Pretty star, who serves as a global Coach ambassador, wore a custom creation by designer Stuart Vevers. Some fans felt the full-length black leather gown looked flat and lacked the impact expected from the young fashion favourite.

Meadow Walker was also among the guests at the 2026 CFDA Fashion Awards. The 27-year-old is the daughter of the late actor Paul Walker.

She took a bold approach in a textured yellow suit made up of a blazer and ankle-length skirt, though one Instagram commenter criticised the fabric as looking “cheap.”

Lili Reinhart’s shimmering Monse outfit prompted comparisons to the kind of theatrical costume seen on Strictly Come Dancing.

The asymmetric dress combined a strapless neckline and nude-toned bodice with a glittering silver fringe hem, which some social media users likened to “dollar store” party decorations.

Writing on Reddit, one person wrote: ‘I cannot decide how I feel about this. I kind of like the concept, but the colours are discordant and the silver fringe reminds me of cheap tinsel garland.’ 

American actress Julia Fox went all out in a cartographic creation from nominee Miss Claire Sullivan that was fashioned from white tulle and New York City subway maps in a tribute to the city where the awards were held. 

Fans said they ‘couldn’t stop staring’ at the dress, which Julia accessorised with a tiny tiara and blue open-toe sandals. 

‘She will always be the weird fashion girl and thank god for that,’ one Reddit user wrote. 

American singer Chloe Bailey walked the red carpet in a see-through Christian Siriano gown that fans voted a miss. 

While her undergarments were completely visible through the sheer dress, some also felt that the feather and fur detail on the sleeves, neck and hemline complicated the design unnecessarily. 

‘There was really no need for this to be sheer to begin with,’ one person on Reddit added. 

Brooks Nader also chose a daring look. The Baywatch actress, who is known for her risque looks, walked the red carpet in a hooded, black and white mesh gown through which her undergarments were visible. 

Lindsey Vonn was also in attendance at yesterday’s awards ceremony that celebrated the best in fashion design, with the Olympian opting to wear a Gabriela Hearst creation for the occasion. 

The opulent silk maxi dress featured elongated sleeves and a softly draped high neckline, with a cascading macrame fringe – running from shoulder to hem – that not everyone was a fan of. 

The daughter of Ewan McGregor, Esther McGregor picked one of the most unconventional looks of the night.  

Her Thom Browne ensemble felt an outrageous take on a typical men’s suit and consisted of a sleeveless white collared shirt, striped tie and  tailored vest that bloomed into a massive white skirt with black geometric detailing.  

Esther wasn’t the only nepo baby whose CFDAs look drew mixed responses; the granddaughter of iconic Hollywood star Jack Lemmon, Sydney, wore a pair of bedazzled red knickers over a black statement blazer by Emily Dawn Long. 

American model Indya Moore’s fluffy yellow dress from New York-based label Diotima had too many disparate details – from silver hardware on the right shoulder strap to a khaki mesh panel on the waist –  to make a compelling case for the red carpet. 

Allison Janney towered over the rest of last night’s attendees in sky-high pink stilletos that she wore with a bright pink, sculptural gown from Christian Siriano. 

The dress featured exaggerated, extra-large sleeves that drew mixed responses online; some praised the ‘fierce’ detail while others said they ‘hated’ it. 

Vera Wang also divided fans with her edgy ensemble, comprising a black bandeau top, maxi skirt and leather trench draped loosely over her shoulders.

The 77-year-old fashion designer accessorised with an eye-popping gold bubble ring and wore her brunette hair in two pigtails that did not complement Vera’s outfit, some felt.

American popstar Megan Thee Stallion put a bold twist on red carpet dressing with the burgundy Kim Shui gown she donned last night. 

Keke Palmer, who was hosting the ceremony, had a ‘little vintage moment’ in a Bob Mackie gown first worn by Raquel Welch more than 50 years ago. 

Speaking to People, the 33-year-old star said Welch wore the dress when she performed with Cher on The Cher Show in 1975. 

The embellished gold halter-neck gown featured a high front slit and a web of waist cutouts that showed off her enviable figure and was ‘perfect on’ Keke, fans said. 

Demi Moore, 63, looked effortlessly stylish in a unique GapStudio halter-neck denim dress designed by Zac Posen, which featured a structured corset-style bodice and a row of buttons running down the front.

The actress paired the look with nude heels and wore her glossy raven tresses cascading down her shoulders in loose curls.

Meanwhile Odyssey star Lupita Nyong’o, 43, flashed her toned tummy in a red crop top and a matching skirt.

Australian actress Rose Byrne’s black-and-white polka-dot gown from Carolina Herrera was also a big hit on yesterday’s red carpet.

The 47-year-old Neighbours star paired the strapless, form-fitting dress with black pumps, statement earrings and a black clutch.

Zoe Kravitz was gilded in gold for the star-studded event as she walked the red carpet in a custom Yves Saint Laurent tea dress. 

The crinkle design featured structural elements that clung to and highlighted her curves. She finished the look with a pair of pointed toe, open-back heels with a metallic gold detail to match her dress. 

Naomi Osaka served red carpet glamour as she joined the star-studded guest lineup at the CFDAs last night. 

The Japanese sports star swapped her tennis whites for a voluminous one-shoulder gown designed by couturier Miss Claire Sullivan. 

Details on the polka-dot dress included a ruched waistline and black bow as Naomi accessorised with diamond jewellery.  

Pamela Anderson was the picture of Old Hollywood glam in a black halter-neck dress also by Carolina Herrera. She coordinated her shoes to match the feather-trimmed neckline and carried a satin, polka-dotted purse to create some visual interest.

Although the 59-year-old Baywatch star typically goes makeup-free, Pamela wore a swipe of pink lipstick and black mascara. She styled her platinum blonde ‘bixie’ cut in voluminous curls for a Monroe-inspired ‘do.

Kate Moss’s daughter Lila Moss proved her red carpet prowess in a strapless black column gown from Juju Vera Studio. 

She added interest with a fringed black and white wrap and delicate silver headpiece to elevate the otherwise simple dress.

THE TAKEAWAY

A powerful storm sweeping across the country after triggering widespread flooding in the Four Corners region is now moving through the Central U.S. On Election Day, the system is expected to bring heavy rain, strong thunderstorms and a risk of flash flooding across the Mid-South and Midwest. By the end of the week, more than 35 states and 120 million people could feel its effects.

Police in Flagstaff, Arizona, said Monday that a man had died after witnesses saw him swept into floodwaters over the weekend.

As the storm advances eastward, southern sections of the Mississippi River and Tennessee valleys are expected to experience rounds of heavy rain throughout the day. The threat of isolated tornadoes will increase during the afternoon, while parts of the Midwest face heavy rainfall and powerful wind gusts through Tuesday and into Wednesday.

Widespread rain is expected to move into the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast by Thursday.

Southwest: Dangerous flooding sweeps across the region

The storm has already dumped heavy rain across parts of the Southwest and Four Corners, including Arizona, southern Utah, northwestern New Mexico and southwestern Colorado. Flooding has inundated several communities in the region.

Several rivers in Arizona, New Mexico and Colorado rose to record levels, and some waterways have yet to crest.

Amid the extensive flooding, Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs declared a statewide state of emergency Monday. The declaration is intended to make critical funding and state resources available to communities affected by the recent storms.

Utah and Colorado also issued states of emergency as significant flooding continued along the San Juan River. Conditions have led to polling-place changes and other Election Day accommodations in communities across both states.

Flooding was not the only threat facing the Southwest. As heavy rain affected lower elevations, colder air moved into the region and produced snow at higher elevations.

The highest peaks of the San Juan, Sawatch, Wasatch and Uinta ranges received more than a foot of wet, heavy snow. Mountain passes in southwest Colorado recorded between 12 and 18 inches, while other high-elevation locations saw 4 to 10 inches.

Plains & Mid-South: 

Severe thunderstorms swept across the Southern Plains Monday, bringing wind gusts of up to 60 mph to parts of Oklahoma.

Storms are expected to move rapidly across the South Tuesday, creating a threat of damaging winds and a few tornadoes in parts of Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas and Alabama.

Along with the severe weather threat, rainfall totals of 1 to 2 inches are expected, with isolated amounts reaching 2 to 3 inches. The additional rain could produce pockets of flash flooding.

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A Level 2 out of 4 flash flood risk remains in effect through Tuesday night for northern Mississippi and southwestern Tennessee, including Memphis.

A Level 1 out of 4 flash flood threat is forecast Wednesday across parts of Tennessee and the Ohio Valley.

Midwest: Heavy rain and gusty winds target the region

Heavy rain is also expected Tuesday across Missouri, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin.

According to the FOX Forecast Center, wind gusts of 40 to 50 mph are possible from eastern Kansas and Nebraska through Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin.

The strong winds could create hazardous travel conditions and lead to potential delays.

Many locations could receive 1 to 2 inches of rain or more, the FOX Forecast Center said.

Widespread severe flooding is not currently expected, but periods of heavy rain could lead to localized flooding in Omaha, Des Moines and Minneapolis.

East Coast: Heavy rain moves east, ending dry streak

The storm will move toward the Great Lakes and Mid-Atlantic by midweek before tracking toward the Northeast, where heavy rain is expected to impact the region.

Rain should begin spreading into the Ohio Valley on Wednesday before reaching the I-95 corridor around Thursday or Friday.

Widespread rainfall totals of more than an inch are possible across the Northeast, with localized amounts approaching 2 inches from central Pennsylvania and Maryland through the New York City area and southern New England.

The rain could help ease dry conditions but downpours could cause minor flooding across the region.

Several areas are experiencing their longest dry stretches of the year so far, with New York City, Boston and Philadelphia all going more than two weeks without rainfall.

As well, drought conditions remain a concern across parts of New England, particularly in Maine, where the entire state is experiencing some level of drought.

Although heavy rain is expected, it is likely it will not make a dent in the ongoing drought.