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Mississippi City Ousts Police Chief After Racist Text Revelations
local2 days ago

Mississippi City Ousts Police Chief After Racist Text Revelations

Senatobia's city leaders in Mississippi fired Police Chief Harold Vanderford after reports—verified by Mississippi Today, Verite News, and The New York Times—that he routinely used degrading language and racist slurs in text messages, a development that comes as the department is scrutinized for a white officer’s June fatal shooting of Kohen Wiley, a Black toddler at Walmart. The Board of Aldermen unanimously rejected his resignation and terminated him; Vanderford has not commented. The shooting is under investigation by the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation, and Vanderford had led the department since October.

via The New York Times|
#kohen-wiley#local#mississippi
Trump's Special Counsel Nominee Withdraws Amid Racist Texts Controversy
politics10 months ago

Trump's Special Counsel Nominee Withdraws Amid Racist Texts Controversy

Paul Ingrassia, President Trump's nominee to lead the Office of the Special Counsel, withdrew from consideration after revelations of racist texts and controversial statements, including references to a 'Nazi streak' and derogatory comments about holidays related to Black Americans, which led to bipartisan opposition and his eventual withdrawal from the Senate process.

via CNBC|
#controversy#paul-ingrassia#politics
Trump Nominee for Whistleblower Office Withdraws Amid Racist Text Scandal
politics10 months ago

Trump Nominee for Whistleblower Office Withdraws Amid Racist Text Scandal

Paul Ingrassia, Trump's nominee to lead the whistleblower office, withdrew after racist texts he sent surfaced, which included offensive remarks about Martin Luther King Jr. and self-described Nazi tendencies. Key Senate Republicans opposed his nomination, and he cited a lack of support as the reason for withdrawal. His past investigations and questionable texts raised concerns about his suitability for the role.

via The Guardian|
#ingrassia#nomination#politics
Republican Officials Resign Amid Racist and Homophobic Text Scandals
politics10 months ago

Republican Officials Resign Amid Racist and Homophobic Text Scandals

Vermont State Senator Samuel Douglass resigned after participating in a group chat with racist and antisemitic language, making him the only elected official involved. He cited the need to protect his family and acknowledged the hurt caused, with his resignation effective soon. The incident has sparked bipartisan condemnation and calls for accountability.

via The New York Times|
#politics#racist-texts#republican
Antioch Mayor and Leaders Demand Action Against Racist Police Texts
crime3 years ago

Antioch Mayor and Leaders Demand Action Against Racist Police Texts

Antioch Mayor Lamar Thorpe addressed racist and homophobic text messages exchanged among police officers during a special city council meeting. The messages, which are part of an FBI and district attorney investigation, have not been made public. At least two dozen officers have been accused of engaging in the texts. Thorpe vowed to make changes and not sweep the issue under the rug, while Antioch Police Chief Steven Ford said officers who may have been involved are not currently on patrol.

via KABC-TV|
#antioch#crime#investigation