Twitter Blue verification controversy

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On April 20, 2023, Twitter (known as X since July 2023) began removing verification status for notable individuals, causing a controversy among Twitter users. The website's system was altered, allowing any individual to receive verification for a monthly fee, an act which saw significant criticism.