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Supporters Rally for Accused Murderer Amid Corporate Greed Debate

10/3/2025

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Luigi Mangione, arrested after a nationwide manhunt, faces second-degree murder charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson and has pleaded not guilty.
Emily Whittemore performed at Jumbo’s Clown Room in Los Angeles to celebrate Mangione, with the audience chanting “free Luigi” and throwing cash.
Supporters see Mangione as a symbol against corporate greed; others defend his innocence.

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Luigi Mangione, arrested after a nationwide manhunt, faces second-degree murder charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson and has pleaded not guilty.
Emily Whittemore performed at Jumbo’s Clown Room in Los Angeles to celebrate Mangione, with the audience chanting “free Luigi” and throwing cash.
Supporters see Mangione as a symbol against corporate greed; others defend his innocence.