FIU Group Chat With GOP Ties Faces Probe Over Racist, Antisemitic Comments

University and state GOP condemn offensive messages from students and conservative figures

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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A group chat started by an official with the Miami-Dade chapter of the Republican Party at Florida International University is under investigation for containing racist slurs, antisemitic comments, and misogynistic language. The university and the Florida Republican Party have both condemned the offensive content, which was uncovered by the Miami Herald.

Why it matters

This incident highlights ongoing concerns about extremism and intolerance within some conservative political circles, especially on college campuses. It also raises questions about the vetting and oversight of student groups and their leadership affiliations.

The details

The group chat involved FIU students as well as several leading conservative figures. The university said campus police are investigating the students' behavior in collaboration with local, state, and federal law enforcement. FIU's president condemned the hate, discrimination, and antisemitism expressed in the messages, stating they do not represent the university's values. The Florida GOP also condemned the offensive comments and said it has launched an internal review.

  • The group chat was started by a Miami-Dade GOP official at Florida International University.
  • The offensive messages were uncovered and reported on by the Miami Herald on March 10, 2026.

The players

Florida International University

A public research university located in Miami, Florida.

Republican Party of Florida

The state affiliate of the Republican Party in Florida.

Jeanette Nunez

The president of Florida International University.

Miami-Dade Republican Party

The local chapter of the Republican Party in Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Republican Jewish Coalition

A political organization that represents Jewish Americans who support the Republican Party.

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What they’re saying

“We do not tolerate violence, hate, discrimination, harassment, racism, or antisemitism. Such behavior does not represent the values of our university.”

— Jeanette Nunez, President, Florida International University (Miami Herald)

“Antisemitism and prejudice have no place in the Republican Party.”

— Sam Markstein, Spokesman, Republican Jewish Coalition (Miami Herald)

What’s next

The university and law enforcement agencies are continuing their investigation into the group chat and the students involved.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for universities and political organizations to closely monitor student groups and leadership for signs of extremism, intolerance, and behavior that runs counter to their stated values and mission.