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The legal proceedings surrounding Luigi Mangione, the individual charged with shooting the CEO of UnitedHealthcare in Manhattan, have triggered a significant online reaction. Mangione, facing charges ranging from murder to weapons offenses, has become a figure of contentious debate, particularly concerning wealth disparity and access to healthcare. This has led to the formation of a devoted online following, with supporters sending letters and attending court appearances. The Department of Justice’s pursuit of the death penalty is being actively challenged by Mangione’s legal team. The case’s notoriety has also fueled unexpected online trends, including the creation of fan fiction and the sale of related merchandise. In a recent development, Mangione’s X (formerly Twitter) account was suspended.