Ford Withdraws Controversial Tweets Denouncing Israel After Account Allegedly Compromised

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1 year ago

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Credited from: NEWSWEEK

Ford's X account posted tweets labeling Israel a "terrorist state" before quickly deleting them, claiming the account was compromised.
The deleted posts received significant engagement, resulting in divided public reactions, with some praising and others threatening to boycott the company.
This incident highlights Ford's complex history with Israel, rooted in founder Henry Ford's controversial antisemitic views.
A Ford spokesperson confirmed the account was hacked and that the posts were unauthorized and under investigation.
The automaker has previously faced cybersecurity issues, including a breach where customer data was leaked, adding to its current challenges.

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