Nurse Accused of Urging Attacks on ICE Agents

VCU Health under scrutiny for employing nurse who allegedly promoted violence against federal agents

Jan. 28, 2026 at 12:55pm

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A nurse at VCU Health in Richmond, Virginia, named Malinda Rose Cook, has been accused of posting videos on social media encouraging people to inject ICE agents with a drug that paralyzes them and stops their breathing. The social media account Libs of TikTok has called on VCU Health to address the nurse's alleged behavior, describing it as "vile" and raising concerns about patient safety at the hospital's facilities.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the growing tensions between some healthcare workers and federal immigration enforcement, as well as the potential dangers of healthcare professionals promoting violence or vigilantism. It raises questions about workplace policies, employee conduct, and patient trust in medical institutions.

The details

According to reports, Nurse Malinda Rose Cook, who works as a CRNA (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist) at VCU Health, allegedly posted a series of videos on social media encouraging people to inject ICE agents with succinylcholine, a drug that can cause temporary paralysis and stop breathing. She is also accused of suggesting that women should go on dates with ICE agents and drug their food.

  • The alleged social media posts were made in January 2026.

The players

Malinda Rose Cook

A nurse employed as a CRNA at VCU Health in Richmond, Virginia, who has been accused of posting videos on social media encouraging violence against ICE agents.

VCU Health

The healthcare organization that employs Nurse Malinda Rose Cook and is facing scrutiny over her alleged behavior.

Libs of TikTok

A social media account that has called out Nurse Cook's alleged actions and urged VCU Health to address the situation.

ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement)

The federal law enforcement agency that Nurse Cook is accused of targeting in her alleged social media posts.

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What they’re saying

“Is there anything more dangerous and terrifying than a leftist healthcare worker?”

— Libs of TikTok

What’s next

VCU Health has stated that it is investigating the matter and will take appropriate action, but has not provided any further details on the timeline or potential consequences for the nurse's alleged behavior.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for healthcare organizations to have clear policies and training in place to address employee conduct that could jeopardize patient safety or public trust, particularly when it involves promoting violence or vigilantism.