Trump Nominee Paul Ingrassia’s Racist Texts Surface

Just days before his Senate confirmation hearing, Paul Ingrassia, Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Office of Special Counsel, is facing serious controversy. A trove of leaked private messages reveals deeply offensive and racially charged remarks, casting a dark shadow over his nomination.

Disturbing Remarks Surface

In a group chat with Republican operatives, Ingrassia reportedly made shocking statements about Black holidays. He allegedly wrote, “MLK Jr. was the 1960s George Floyd and his ‘holiday’ should be ended and tossed into the seventh circle of hell where it belongs.” He further declared, “No moulignon holidays… From kwanza [sic] to mlk jr day to black history month to juneteenth… Every single one needs to be eviscerated.”

These messages, verified by POLITICO, also contain disturbing references to white supremacy. When compared to the Hitler Youth by another participant, Ingrassia allegedly responded, “I do have a Nazi streak in me from time to time, I will admit it.”

Questionable Judgment and Past Concerns

Adding to the concerns, Ingrassia reportedly dismissed a Black Republican campaign staffer in a separate 2024 exchange, stating, “We need competent white men in positions of leadership,” and controversially adding, “The founding fathers were wrong that all men are created equal.”

Ingrassia’s attorney, Edward Andrew Paltzik, attempted to defend the texts as “satirical humor” meant to mock liberal stereotypes of MAGA supporters. However, the sheer volume and extreme nature of the comments have many questioning Ingrassia’s suitability for a role that involves handling sensitive workplace complaints and whistleblower protections.

A Troubled Nomination

This isn’t the first hurdle for Ingrassia’s nomination. Earlier this year, it was already delayed due to concerns over alleged antisemitic remarks. These newly surfaced texts, filled with slurs and extremist rhetoric, are almost certain to further complicate his path to confirmation.

• Paul Ingrassia, Trump’s nominee for Special Counsel, faces backlash over leaked texts.
• Texts contain racist remarks about MLK Day, Juneteenth, and Black History Month.
• Ingrassia allegedly admitted to having a “Nazi streak.”
• Previous concerns about antisemitic remarks had already delayed his nomination.
• His attorney claims the texts were “satirical humor.”