USAGM executive placed on leave for derogatory comments about White people

Key Points

• USAGM executive accused of making derogatory comments about White people on social media
• Account connected to the executive posted offensive messages referring to White people as 'snow roaches'
• Accusations quickly led to executive being placed on paid administrative leave
• Fox News coverage of the incident

Pros

• Prompt investigation by USAGM after allegations surfaced
• Accountability shown by placing the executive on paid administrative leave

Cons

• Derogatory comments made by the executive are unacceptable

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