New York, March 19, 2025 – The official X account of Luigi Mangione, the man accused of the high-profile killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has been deactivated, as reported by Pop Flop on Wednesday at 6:41 p.m. ET. The move has sparked widespread speculation and renewed attention on Mangione, who has become a polarizing figure in recent months.
Luigi Mangione’s official Twitter / X account has seemingly been deactivated. pic.twitter.com/wCpysLxKYx
— Pop Flop (@ThePopFlop) March 19, 2025
Mangione, identified as the suspect in Thompson’s December 2024 murder in New York City, was arrested in Altoona, Pennsylvania, following a nationwide manhunt. Since his arrest, he has garnered a cult-like following, with some idolizing him as a symbol of frustration against the health insurance industry, while others condemn his alleged actions. Street art, graffiti, and even calls for a movie featuring Dave Franco as Mangione have surfaced, alongside reports of Reddit and other platforms cracking down on content related to him due to concerns about potential violence.
The deactivation of Mangione’s X account, previously verified and active under the handle @pepmangione, was confirmed by Pop Flop with images showing an error message stating, “Something went wrong. Try again.” It remains unclear whether Mangione or his representatives deactivated the account or if X took action due to platform policies or public pressure. Earlier reports, including from theJasmineBRAND, noted the account’s brief deactivation and subsequent reactivation in December 2024, only to now appear permanently offline.
Mangione’s case has fueled intense debate, with supporters displaying “Free Luigi” signs and murals, while critics highlight the gravity of the charges against him, including murder and firearms offenses. As legal proceedings continue, the deactivation of his social media presence adds another layer of intrigue to an already sensational story, leaving followers to wonder about the platform’s role in managing controversial figures. X has not issued an official statement regarding the account’s status.
