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COVID-19 Vaccine
Celebrities such as Hugh Jackman post to social media platforms such as Instagram about receiving the COVID-19 vaccine as a way of influencing others to do the same. -
UnitedHealthcare CEO Murdered
Luigi Mangione is accused of shooting and killing Brian Thompson sparking widespread support for Mangione. TikTok users posted edited videos of Mangione to show their support for him and kept others updated with pictures of his arrest and trial. -
LA Protests
California residents hold protests in response to the presence of ICE agents in LA and the recent raids and arrests of immigrants. The protests gained national attention and sparked more protests in other states as well. Protestors have been live streaming the protests on TikTok as well as posting images of themselves protesting on apps like Instagram and X to continue to gain visibility and support. -
Madleen Intercepted
The Gaza-bound aid boat and passengers were intercepted by Israel drawing more attention to the ongoing war. TikTok users posted tracking information for the ship leading up to its interception, and activist Greta Thunberg posted a prerecorded video online in which she informs viewers of her interception and ask for the Swedish government to help in her release from custody. -
No Kings Protests
Protests were held nationwide by citizens opposed to the Trump administration and its policies. The movement was widespread through social media and has had a lasting effect as supporters still display "No kings" signs in their yards. Leading up to the protests, information was shared across numerous social media sites including Instagram, X, and TikTok, to coordinate the demonstrations and get the word out to potential protestors.