The "First Incident" served as a wake-up call for high-profile figures. It highlighted the risks of shared account access and the permanence of digital footprints. Even though the "like" was removed within two hours, screenshots ensured it would live on in political lore forever.
Cruz blames staffer for porn link on Twitter - Houston Chronicle 12 Sept 2017 — Cory Chase in First incident
Much of the viral nature of the post stemmed from the contrast between the Senator’s conservative platform and the nature of the liked content. Cory Chase’s Reaction: The "First Incident" served as a wake-up call
Cory Chase, a prominent figure in the adult industry, found herself at the centre of a political firestorm overnight. The "Like": Cory Chase in First incident