Who are the illunmiati?

The Illuminati originally referred to the Bavarian Illuminati, a secret society founded in 1776 that aimed to promote Enlightenment ideals and rationalism. Over time, the term has evolved and is often associated with numerous conspiracy theories suggesting that a powerful, clandestine group manipulates global events. These theories typically lack credible evidence and often involve claims about influential figures in politics, finance, and entertainment. Today, "Illuminati" is frequently used in popular culture to denote any secretive organization with supposed control over world affairs.