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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.
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.
Paul Ingrassia, Trump's nominee for a DOJ special counsel position, faces likely rejection after Politico revealed racist and Nazi-related texts, with key senators urging withdrawal ahead of his Senate hearing.
Senate Majority Leader Thune announced that Paul Ingrassia's nomination to lead the Office of Special Counsel is unlikely to succeed due to controversy over racist text messages and past conspiracy theories, with significant opposition from Republicans and scrutiny over his past statements and ties.
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.
JD Vance dismissed revelations of racist and sexist texts exchanged by young Republican leaders as youthful mistakes, suggesting they were much younger than their actual ages, and downplaying the offensive content as typical of young boys' behavior.
JD Vance dismissed the racist and offensive texts exchanged by young Republican leaders as youthful mistakes, downplaying their significance amid bipartisan calls for accountability and resignation, while contrasting the controversy with a Democratic candidate's comments on political violence.
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.