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Trump Nominee Ingrassia Accused of Racist Texts
Above: Paul Ingrassia outside of the D.C. Central Detention Facility in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 20, 2025. Image copyright: Pete Kiehart/The Washington Post/Getty Images
The Spin
Anti-Trump narrative
Ingrassia’s racist texts, apart from showing a lack of human decency, utterly disqualify him from leading the OSC. The ineligibility is compounded further allegations of sexual harassment, which demonstrate an apparent contempt for women in the workplace. Ingrassia is a dangerous nominee who lacks even the most basic qualifications and would threaten the integrity of federal oversight.
Pro-Trump narrative
While the veracity and context of these texts are unclear, what is clear is that Ingrassia is a strong candidate to lead the OSC. This wouldn't be the first time the radical left has launched a coordinated smear campaign to attack their opponents' credibility. Ingrassia's America First credentials and leadership experience make him exactly what the administration needs to restore integrity.