Maja T. entered the courtroom in Budapest's District 5 on October 8, 2025 in a prisoner transport belt and handcuffs, accompanied by helmeted police officers. One of the officers closed the window to block out the chants of "Free Maja!" that rose from a cluster of demonstrators. Just another day in the trial of the suspected left-wing extremist, who is accused of having attacked and seriously injured several suspected right-wing extremists in Budapest in February 2023.
Mangione's legal team argues that the current security measures during court appearances are unnecessary and fuel public prejudice, jeopardizing his right to a fair trial.