Twitter Celebrities Clash with Elon Musk Over Blue Checkmark Fees

Twitter users, including celebrities and journalists, who were verified for free with a blue check mark may lose their status if they don't pay up to $11 a month for a premium subscription. Twitter's CEO, Elon Musk, has been pushing for more people to pay for the service, arguing that the blue verification marks have become an undeserved status symbol for elite personalities and news reporters. However, some users, including William Shatner and Monica Lewinsky, have balked at the idea of paying for something that was previously free. The move also raises concerns about impersonation and the spread of misinformation on the platform.