Overview

• Following Donald Trump's reelection, African Americans in several states have reported receiving racist text messages.
• The messages, which invoke the country's history of slavery, were condemned by civil rights organizations like the NAACP.
• The FBI is aware of the campaign, though it has not confirmed whether an investigation has been launched.
• Some messages were reportedly signed by individuals claiming to be Trump supporters, further fueling racial tensions.
• Despite the campaign's divisive rhetoric, Trump gained some support from African American voters during his campaign.