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But Judge Gregory Carro rejected that argument, saying it would be premature to make such a determination.
It is Mangione’s first court appearance in the state case since February.
Mangione has attracted a cult following as a representative of frustrations with the health insurance industry.
Dozens of his supporters attended his last hearing, many wearing the Luigi video game character’s green colour as a symbol of solidarity.
His April arraignment in the federal case drew a similar outpouring.