Donald Trump Jr's X Account Hacked: Fake Death Announcement Raises Concerns Over Social Media Security Ahead of 2024 Elections
In a shocking event, Donald Trump Jr's X account was hacked, falsely announcing the death of his father. This raises concerns about X's ability to secure high-profile accounts.
Don Jr's X account hacked with false announcement of Trump's death In a shocking turn of events, the X (formerly Twitter) account of Donald Trump Jr, the eldest son of former President Donald Trump, was hacked on Wednesday. A series of tweets were posted from his account, including one that falsely announced the death of his own father. The series of objectionable tweets were shared on Donald Trump Jr's verified X profile on September 20. One of the posts that garnered over 140k views read, "I'm sad to announce, my father Donald Trump has passed away. I will be running for president in 2024."
However, within minutes, the former president disproved this false news. A message was posted on his Truth Social account at 8:46 a.m., stating that the death announcement was completely untrue. All the tweets from Don Jr's hacked account were swiftly removed, and his account has been restored. This incident raises concerns about X's ability to secure user accounts, especially those of high-profile figures, as the platform gears up for the 2024 elections. It is also noteworthy that X is currently under investigation by the Federal Trade Commission regarding user privacy and compliance with commitments made in 2011.
It's important to note that this is not the first time high-profile accounts on X have been compromised. In 2020, hackers targeted accounts of well-known personalities such as Barack Obama and Jeff Bezos by posing as Twitter IT support. The hacking of Donald Trump Jr's account not only spread false information about his father's death but also highlights the vulnerability of social media platforms to such attacks. The incident serves as a reminder for individuals and platforms alike to prioritize user security and take necessary measures to prevent unauthorized access. As the investigations into this hacking incident continue, it remains to be seen how X will address these security concerns and ensure the safety of its users, particularly as the 2024 elections draw closer.