Racist text messages referencing slavery raise alarms in multiple states and prompt investigations


  • World
  • Friday, 08 Nov 2024

WASHINGTON (AP) - Racist text messages invoking slavery raised alarm across the country this week after they were sent to Black men, women and students, including middle schoolers, prompting inquiries by the FBI and other agencies.

The messages, sent anonymously, were reported in several states, including New York, Alabama, California, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Tennessee.

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