The FBI is investigating a wave of hateful texts and emails targeting Hispanic and LGBTQ communities, following last week’s racist text surge aimed at Black Americans.
Messages include threats of deportation and “re-education camps,” with reports spanning multiple cities, including New York, Houston, and Los Angeles.
TextNow, a free phone service provider, shut down accounts allegedly tied to the racist texts.
The FBI, coordinating with the DOJ and civil rights groups, has not linked the messages to any violence but urges victims to report threats. Community leaders remain on alert amid rising concerns.
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