What's happened
Alec Baldwin faces renewed involuntary manslaughter charge in the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the movie Rust in 2021.
Why it matters
The case has garnered significant attention due to the involvement of a high-profile actor and the tragic nature of the incident.
What the papers say
The Independent emphasizes Baldwin's plea of not guilty and his call for a speedy trial. The Guardian highlights the renewed charges and the potential defense strategies being considered. AP News provides a brief overview of the case and Baldwin's plea. The Times focuses on Baldwin's plea and the upcoming trial.
How we got here
Alec Baldwin was initially charged with involuntary manslaughter in 2021 after a prop gun he was holding went off, killing cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injuring the film's director. The initial charges were dropped, but renewed charges were filed after new analysis of the gun suggested that Baldwin may have pulled the trigger.
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Rust is an upcoming American Western film written and directed by Joel Souza. It stars Alec Baldwin, Travis Fimmel, Brady Noon, Frances Fisher, and Jensen Ackles.