Luigi Mangione’s cousin wins election in Baltimore
BALTIMORE, Md. (Gray News) - Republican Nino Mangione won the Baltimore County Council’s District 5 seat on Tuesday, defeating Democrat Shawn McIntosh. Nino Mangione campaigned on promises to crack down on violent crime and support law enforcement.
Family connection
Nino Mangione is a cousin of Luigi Mangione, who pleaded guilty in August in connection with the 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Nino Mangione and Luigi Mangione share a grandfather, Nick Mangione Sr., who built a business empire in the Baltimore area.
Statement after arrest
After Luigi Mangione’s arrest, Nino Mangione released a statement.
“Our family is shocked and devastated by Luigi’s arrest,” he said. “We offer our prayers to the family of Brian Thompson, and we ask people to pray for all involved.”
Council service
Nino Mangione has held a Baltimore County Council seat in District 3 since June 1. He was appointed to replace a council member who was resigning.
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