Viral Support for Alleged Killer of [Video]

Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old Ivy League graduate, was arrested on December 9, 2024, after a six-day manhunt and charged with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

His arrest has sparked a viral social media movement, with many hailing him as a symbol of resistance against systemic healthcare failures.

The #FreeLuigi movement gained significant traction, with his social media profiles amassing over 100,000 new followers before being suspended.

Despite this, the movement continues to trend, highlighting public discontent with the U.S. healthcare system.

Some social media users argue that Mangione’s radicalization stemmed from the struggles faced by millions in obtaining necessary healthcare, and not from his university education.

Mangione’s arrest at a McDonald’s in Altoona led to the seizure of a “ghost gun,” a suppressor, fake IDs, and a manifesto criticizing the healthcare system.

While the manifesto seems to …