Why Twitter Halted Its Verification System

Why Twitter Halted Its Verification System

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The video discusses Twitter's verification policy, highlighting criticism over its inconsistency and the controversy surrounding the approval of a controversial account linked to the Unite the Right rally. Twitter temporarily halted its verification program to address these issues. The platform faces challenges balancing free speech with harmful content, especially concerning high-profile users like Donald Trump, whose tweets have sparked internal and external debates over policy violations. A notable incident involved a rogue employee disabling Trump's account temporarily.

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What stance has Twitter taken regarding public figures and their tweets?

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What was the outcome of the rogue employee's actions regarding Donald Trump's account?

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