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Pennsylvania lawmaker urges UPenn to dismiss professor over controversial social media posts

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Dan Meuser U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania's 9th district | Official U.S. House Headshot

Dan Meuser U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania's 9th district | Official U.S. House Headshot

A Pennsylvania congressman has sent a letter to the University of Pennsylvania's president, urging the dismissal of a professor over social media posts. The posts in question praised Luigi Mangione, who is accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

The lawmaker expressed strong disapproval and called for accountability regarding the professor's comments. The situation has sparked debate over freedom of speech and professional conduct within academic institutions.

The university has yet to respond publicly to the congressman's demands or comment on any potential actions they may take in response to the letter.

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