The X account of Elmo, the beloved Sesame Street character, was hacked, resulting in the posting of antisemitic and racist content. Sesame Workshop confirmed the breach and stated they are working to restore control of the account. The unauthorized posts included derogatory remarks about public figures and incitements to violence against Jews. Elmo's other social media platforms remained unaffected. The Anti-Defamation League condemned the hacking, emphasizing that such antisemitism on social media contributes to a hostile environment for Jewish individuals.
Elmo's X account was compromised today by an unknown hacker who posted disgusting messages, including antisemitic and racist posts. We are working to restore full control of the account.
Loved on @sesamestreet and beyond, Elmo has warmed the hearts of millions with his innocence and inquisitive nature. It's appalling that his official X account, known for spreading kindness, was hacked yesterday solely to spread violent antisemitism.
Antisemitism on social media fosters the normalization of anti-Jewish hate online and offline, and contributes to an increasingly threatening environment for Jewish people everywhere.
The since-deleted posts described President Donald Trump as a "puppet" of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and called for violence against Jews.
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