Elmo's Hacked X and Twitter Controversy, Explained

When it comes to non-controversial pop culture figures, Sesame Street'sElmo has to be near the top. The furry red monster has been a staple of millions of childhoods for decades since his transition from background player to main character in 1985, and many kids who grew up with him still consider him a beacon of kindness and decency today. Those qualities are what make him an enduring character, as well as a target for bad actors.
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