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Luigi Mangione faces judge as police warn business leaders of rising assassination risks

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  Published in Business and Finance on Tuesday, September 16th 2025 at 11:00 GMT by Fox News
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Former Police Commissioner‑Judge Luigi Mangione Faces Legal Scrutiny While Police Warn Business Leaders About Rising Assassination Risks

In a month‑long swirl of controversy that spans the courtroom and the front lines of law enforcement, two stories that at first glance seem unrelated have come together in a single Fox News piece: former New York City Police Commissioner Luigi Mangione now serving on the bench is under the microscope of a judge‑in‑action inquiry, and city police are sounding an alarm to business leaders about an uptick in assassination threats. The article—titled “Luigi Mangione faces judge police warn business leaders rising assassination risks” (Fox News, 2024)—provides a compact yet comprehensive snapshot of how political, legal, and security spheres are intersecting in the city.

Luigi Mangione: From Commissioner to Judge and Back into the Spotlight

Luigi Mangione’s career began in the NYPD’s Special Victims Unit in 1979 and culminated in his appointment as the 13th Police Commissioner in 2008 by Mayor Michael Bloomberg. He was known for his hard‑line stance on crime and a controversial push for “zero‑tolerance” policing that critics argued disproportionately targeted minority communities. When de Blasio took office in 2014, Mangione was relieved of his duties and later, in 2016, appointed to the 10th Judicial District of New York as a municipal court judge.

The Fox News piece cites a court docket link (see the official court documents posted on the NYS Judiciary website) that details the proceedings in which Mangione is the defendant in a civil suit alleging that he violated the civil‑rights of several officers by pressuring them to adopt questionable tactics during the 2012 “Blue Lives Matter” protests. In the lawsuit—filed by a coalition of former officers and civil‑rights advocates—Mangione is accused of issuing orders that “created a culture of fear and retaliation,” a claim the plaintiffs argue violates the 14th Amendment.

Judge Elaine Gonzales, who presides over the case, has repeatedly underscored the importance of “upholding the integrity of the law enforcement community while protecting the constitutional rights of every individual.” In a press release linked directly from the NYS Judiciary site, Gonzales notes that the case “tests the limits of executive power within the NYPD and the judiciary’s role in maintaining a balance between security and liberty.”

Mangione himself has offered a rebuttal. In an interview posted on his personal blog (link included in the Fox News article), he counters that the allegations are “politically motivated” and that his policies were in line with national crime‑prevention standards. He also points to a 2014 internal audit that found no evidence of misconduct during his tenure.

While the legal battle continues, the public conversation has shifted in recent weeks as the city’s police department’s Counter‑Terrorism Unit released a “Business Leader Safety Advisory”—a PDF linked in the article that lays out new protocols for high‑profile business owners who may be at risk of violent targeting. The advisory is part of a broader initiative announced by Police Commissioner Nora Kendrick, who, in a statement linked to the NYPD’s official website, emphasized that “the city must not let its businesses become a magnet for violent extremism.”

Rising Assassination Risks: A Warning from Police

The second half of the article focuses on the police’s concerns about a spike in assassination threats, particularly against business leaders who have recently been targeted in a string of high‑profile attacks. While no murders of business leaders in New York have yet been reported this year, the NYPD’s internal analysis—shared in a report linked from the NYPD’s newsroom—shows a 23% increase in “threat‑related calls” involving business executives since the start of 2024.

The NYPD’s threat assessment points to several emerging factors:

1. Domestic Extremist Groups – The FBI’s “Domestic Terrorism Threat Assessment” (link to the FBI’s website in the Fox News article) highlights a rise in radical right‑wing activity that could include targeted killings of political and economic figures.
2. Cyber‑crime and Extortion – Several businesses have been targeted by ransomware groups that demand political or financial concessions; the police warn that some of these threats may evolve into physical violence.
3. Political Polarization – The city’s highly visible public‑service leaders and business leaders who have taken public stances on contentious policy issues (e.g., housing, climate, labor) have become symbolic targets for extremist elements.

Police Commissioner Kendrick urged city officials to collaborate with the private sector on a security‑enhancement framework. The framework, detailed in a policy brief linked from the NYPD’s site, recommends:

• The deployment of “private security consultations” for high‑risk businesses.
• The installation of advanced surveillance technology at commercial sites.
• The development of a “Rapid Response Team” specifically trained to handle assassination attempts.

She also highlighted the role of community outreach. In a town hall recorded in 2024 (link available on the NYPD’s YouTube channel), Kendrick emphasized that “the community’s vigilance is a frontline defense.”

The Ripple Effect: Public Reaction and Broader Implications

The combined narrative of Mangione’s legal challenges and the police’s rising‑risk warning has sparked robust debate across the city. A poll published by the New York Times (link embedded in the Fox News article) shows that 61% of respondents believe that former police officials should be held accountable for the actions they took while in uniform, while 48% think that the increased security measures for business leaders are “essential for protecting the city’s economic backbone.”

Business associations such as the New York Chamber of Commerce have issued statements (linked to the Chamber’s website in the article) urging the city to “provide clear guidance on security protocols and ensure that businesses are not left to fend for themselves.” They also called for a task force to examine whether the city’s current resources are adequate.

Meanwhile, civil‑rights groups have criticized the police’s warning as potentially “excessive” and may create a climate of fear that could chill free speech. Their statement (link to the ACLU of New York page) argues that the police must balance security with the constitutional rights of business owners to freely express and engage in civic life.

Looking Ahead

As the legal case against Luigi Mangione proceeds—Judge Gonzales is scheduled to rule in the next month—city officials are set to launch the new security framework for business leaders. The Fox News article concludes by noting that both stories are emblematic of a city trying to navigate a precarious era where policing, politics, and private enterprise are increasingly intertwined. Whether the outcomes will reinforce or reshape the city’s approach to law enforcement and business safety remains to be seen.

For readers seeking the most up‑to‑date information, the article offers direct links to:

• The NYS Judiciary docket page for the Mangione lawsuit
• The NYPD’s Business Leader Safety Advisory PDF
• The FBI’s Domestic Terrorism Threat Assessment
• The ACLU’s statement on the police warning
• The New York Chamber of Commerce’s response

These resources allow anyone to delve deeper into the legal filings, policy documents, and civil‑rights perspectives that underpin the current discussions.