New York Post confirmed today that it was hacked after its website and Twitter account were used by the attackers to publish offensive headlines and tweets targeting U.S. politicians.
“The New York Post has been hacked. We are currently investigating the cause,” the daily newspaper tweeted shortly after removing multiple disturbing tweets published earlier on Thursday.
These offensive headlines and tweets referred to NYC Mayor Eric Adams, D-NY Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, NY Governor Kathy Hochul, Texas Governor Gregg Abbot, R-IL Rep. Adam Kinzinger, as well as U.S. President Joe Biden and his son Hunter Biden.
Update October 28, 12:04 EDT: New York Post told CNN that one of its employees (now fired) was behind the incident.
“The New York Post’s investigation indicates that the unauthorized conduct was committed by an employee, and we are taking appropriate action,” the tabloid said.
“This morning, we immediately removed the vile and reprehensible content from our website and social media accounts.”
