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by rchaud 1321 days ago
> Isn't the "verified" check mark meant to indicate that the account doing the tweeting is the famous or notable person they claim they are?

I don't think so. There are blue check accounts that get purchased, and then have the name and image replaced with that of a famous person to sell scams. Check the replies under any real Musk tweet.