Donald Trump Jr.’s X profile was hacked, resulting in false tweet that his father died

In a tweet that now appears to be deleted, Donald Trump Jr.’s X account appeared to post that his father had died. A spokesperson said his account was hacked.

Donald Trump Jr.’s account on the social media platform formerly known as Twitter appeared to be hacked early Wednesday.

One post falsely stated that former President Donald Trump had died, according to screenshots.

"I’m sad to announce, my father Donald Trump has passed away. I will be running for president in 2024," the tweet said. The former president appeared to prove that he was still alive by posting an unrelated message on Truth Social later in the morning. 

Other tweets said “F— Joe Biden,” used a racial epithet, said “North Korea is about to get smoked” and “When I become president I'm going to burn the SEC.” 

Eric Trump, Donald Trump Jr.’s brother, tweeted jokingly Wednesday morning: “What was @donaldtrumpjr password? Don2024?”