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Hacked Crosswalks Blast Bezos' Anti-Tax Message in Seattle

4/18/2025

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In Seattle, hacked crosswalks blared fake messages from an impersonated Jeff Bezos, rallying against wealth taxes currently debated in the legislature. This bold political protest highlights the ongoing struggle over economic inequality. The Seattle Department of Transportation is now prioritizing security enhancements to protect vital audio signals for visually impaired pedestrians.

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Story summary

In Seattle, hacked crosswalks blared fake messages from an impersonated Jeff Bezos, rallying against wealth taxes currently debated in the legislature. This bold political protest highlights the ongoing struggle over economic inequality. The Seattle Department of Transportation is now prioritizing security enhancements to protect vital audio signals for visually impaired pedestrians.