Luigi Mangione Plea Talks, Manhattan Rent Hits New Record, LA Lakers Massive Sale: AM Update 8/13

August 13, 2026

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Good morning. The AM update on August 13th, 2026, covers a mix of major developments: a surprising Democratic primary result in Wisconsin, renewed plea negotiations in the Luigi Mangione federal case, a new record high for Manhattan apartment rents, and the sale of the Los Angeles Lakers for a staggering $12.5 billion.

Wisconsin Primary Stunner

In a significant upset, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley won the Democratic primary for governor of Wisconsin, defeating state Representative Francesca Hong by less than one percentage point (39.8% to 39.4%). The result was surprising because Hong had been the clear favorite heading into election day, while Crowley had actually suspended his campaign just over a month prior, believing he would not be the nominee. He re-entered the race only after Lieutenant Governor Sarah Rodriguez dropped out due to campaign finance problems, and the field narrowed further when former Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes also left. Outgoing Democratic Governor Tony Evers reversed his decision to stay neutral, endorsing and campaigning for Crowley down the stretch.

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1 (00:32) **Episode Open & Headlines** - Emily Drishinsky introduces the AM Update, previewing the top stories: the Wisconsin governor primary upset, Luigi Mangione's potential federal plea deal, Manhattan rent hitting a new record, and the record-breaking sale of the LA Lakers.
2 (02:53) **Wisconsin Governor Primary: David Crowley's Stunning Comeback** - Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley nearly defeats Democratic Socialist State Representative Francesca Hong by less than one percentage point after suspending his campaign weeks earlier.
3 (07:33) **Wisconsin General Election Outlook** - Tom Bevin assesses how David Crowley stacks up against Republican Congressman Tom Tiffany for the governor's race in November.
4 (08:25) **Minnesota Senate Race: Michelle Tefoya Wins GOP Nomination** - Former NFL sideline reporter Michelle Tefoya easily wins the Republican primary for the open U.S. Senate seat, setting up a general election against Democrat Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan.
5 (09:49) **Luigi Mangione: Renewed Federal Plea Talks** - ABC News reports prosecutors and defense attorneys in Luigi Mangione's federal case are expected to discuss a possible plea deal in a court conference, reviving negotiations that failed in June.
6 (11:31) **Legal Analysis: The Double Jeopardy Question** - MK True Crime Show co-host Phil Holloway explains the strategic implications of a potential federal plea for Mangione's separate state murder case.
7 (15:53) **Manhattan Rent Hits New All-Time High** - The average Manhattan apartment is now renting for $6,655 a month, a 10% increase year-over-year, with studios, one-bedrooms, and two-bedrooms all reaching record highs.

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Guests on this episode

Tom Bevan Phil Holloway

Show Notes

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley delivers a shocking victory over Francesca Hong in Wisconsin’s Democratic governor primary after reentering the race, while Michele Tafoya easily wins Minnesota’s Republican US Senate nomination - RealClearPolitics President and co-founder Tom Bevan weighs in. Luigi Mangione returns to federal court amid reports of possible plea negotiations that could have major implications for his separate New York state murder case - The MK True Crimes Show host Phil Holloway weighs in. Manhattan rents reach a new all-time high as real estate professionals reportedly warn that two housing policies from New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani could put additional pressure on the market. The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly being sold to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger for a record $12.5 billion, less than a year after Mark Walter took majority control of the franchise.

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