The FBI is investigating a wave of offensive and racist messages targeting African American, Hispanic, LGBTQIA+, and other marginalized communities. The texts and emails, which have even reached high school students, contain hateful language and disturbing themes. Some messages mockingly claim recipients have been “selected to pick cotton on a plantation,” while others threaten deportation or mandate attendance at so-called “re-education camps.”
The messages, though varied in language, share a clear intent to intimidate and harass. In response, the FBI is working closely with the Justice Departmentās Civil Rights Division and other law enforcement agencies to evaluate the incidents. The bureau has also begun engaging with community leaders, including those in faith organizations and academia, to address the broader implications of these acts.
While there are no reports of violence directly tied to these messages so far, the FBI emphasizes the importance of vigilance. Officials urge anyone who receives similar texts or emails to report them immediately by calling 1-800-CALL-FBI or submitting a report online at tips.fbi.gov.
These messages represent a troubling escalation in digital harassment, targeting not only adults but young students. Public awareness and cooperation with law enforcement are vital to stopping the spread of such hateful behavior.
