New Twitter rules expose election offices to spoof accounts

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Election administrators across the U.S. say they’re concerned their offices will be targeted for fake Twitter accounts that will confuse or mislead voters after the social media platform altered its long-standing verification service.

FILE - The Twitter application is seen on a digital device, April 25, 2022, in San Diego. Some are trying to take steps to ensure that voters can tell the difference between the official election office account and any impostors that might pop up in elections this year or during the 2024 cycle. FILE - The Twitter application is seen on a digital device, April 25, 2022, in San Diego.

NEW YORK — Tracking down accurate information about Philadelphia’s elections on Twitter used to be easy. The account for the city commissioners who run elections, @phillyvotes, was the only one carrying a blue check mark, a sign of authenticity.

 

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