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Twitter Blue Check Lockdown Sparks Public Outcry and Celebrities’ Frustration

In a recent upheaval on Twitter, verified users—popularly known as "blue checks"—found themselves temporarily silenced following a major security breach. The incident has ignited a wave of reactions, from mockery and celebration to concern about Twitter’s oversight and motives.

The Hack That Shut Down Verified Accounts

According to reports from Business Insider and multiple social media sources, Twitter experienced a significant security breach on a recent Wednesday. The attack primarily targeted verified accounts, including high-profile figures such as Barack Obama, Elon Musk, and Kanye West, who suddenly found themselves unable to tweet or change their account information.