A Michigan nursing student was fired from her job after making racist threats against Muslims, including threatening to run them over with her car and kill them.
The student, identified as Chloe, shared a now-deleted video in which she made Islamophobic remarks and threats against Muslims. She began by announcing that she was going to rant, telling liberals and anyone who voted for Abdul El-Sayed to skip the video.
Chloe questioned why people believed Trump would take away their rights before asking what they thought Abdul El-Sayed would do. She then used Islamophobic language, stating, “A [expletive] Muslim man is our Senate.”
The nursing student went on to threaten Muslims, saying that if she saw a “[expletive] Muslim” knocking on her window, “they are getting [expletive] killed.” She repeated her threat, declaring, “I will hit them with my damn car.”
Chloe continued criticizing Muslims, claiming that people would be forced to participate in Muslim prayers. She ended the video by saying, “You said Christians are pushing their beliefs.”
What Happened Next
After Chloe deleted her video following the backlash, TikTok user @izzyavh reposted it and expressed disbelief and outrage over her remarks. Viewers in the comments reportedly identified Chloe’s workplace and contacted the establishment to report her behavior.
Several commenters shared screenshots indicating that Chloe had been fired from her job at JJ’s Roadhouse. In one screenshot, the establishment responded to a comment, stating, “This has just came to our attention, we took action and her employment has been terminated at JJ’s Roadhouse effective immediately. We do not condone threats of any kind.”
JJ’s Roadhouse reiterated its decision in another reply, writing, “This individual does not work with us anymore.” Beyond Chloe losing her job, internet users also reportedly identified the nursing program in which she was enrolled.
TikTok user @hannahbsilveira claimed that Chloe was studying at Delta College. She said that she contacted the college, as many others reportedly had, and alleged that staff told her they were already aware of the situation. The TikTok user then expressed concern about someone who had made such threats potentially being responsible for caring for patients.
The TikTok user also claimed that other people who contacted the college were allegedly told that Chloe’s remarks were protected by her First Amendment rights. She challenged that reasoning, arguing that freedom of speech does not extend to threats of violence. However, it remains unconfirmed whether the college actually made those statements.
Nursing Student Issues Statement
Following the backlash, Chloe allegedly released a statement addressing the controversy. TikTok user @izzyavh shared another video featuring a screenshot of the apparent apology. In the statement, Chloe said she had initially gone back and forth about whether to speak publicly before ultimately deciding to address the situation.
Chloe described the past several days as overwhelming and heartbreaking, acknowledging that she had made mistakes and taking responsibility for the hurt caused by her remarks. “I am not going to sit here and pretend that I have handled every situation perfectly. I am human, I make mistakes, and I take accountability for the hurt I have caused,” she wrote.
The nursing student went on to apologize to the Muslim community for her statements. “I recognize that my words have been hurtful and offensive, and I am genuinely sorry to anyone who felt disrespected or targeted by them,” she wrote. Chloe added that no community should feel judged or unwelcome because of her words. She acknowledged that she could not undo what she had said but promised to learn from the experience and improve her behavior.
Chloe also apologized to her former employers and coworkers for the unwanted attention and disruption surrounding the controversy. She extended her apology to Delta College and local law enforcement over the large number of calls they had reportedly received, expressing regret that others had become involved in the situation.
However, Chloe argued that there was a difference between holding someone accountable and harassing them. “Having my personal information shared, my family contacted, my workplace and education brought into it, and people reaching out to those around me has gone far beyond a disagreement,” she wrote. She claimed that the backlash had affected her daily life. In addition to this, seeing her loved ones drawn into the controversy had been particularly upsetting.
Toward the end of her statement, Chloe asked people to respect her privacy and allow her to move forward. “I deserve the opportunity to learn, grow, and move forward just like anyone else,” she wrote. She added that she wanted to focus on her family, her future, and “the little life I have to look forward to welcoming.” Chloe concluded by announcing that she would not make any further public statements, adding, “I simply want peace.”
Despite the apology, TikTok user @izzyavh continued criticizing Chloe. She argued that her statement was insufficient given the severity of her original threats. She also claimed that someone who had viewed Chloe’s social media stories alleged that Chloe had made a remark along the lines of “They are making me famous.” However, this allegation has not been independently confirmed.
Viewers Slam Racist Michigan Nursing Student Over Comments
Many viewers slammed the Michigan nursing student over her Islamophobic remarks and threats. They argued that she should face consequences for her behavior. “Her name is Chloe Duranso, she needs to get reported to the fbi,” one person wrote.
Another expressed outrage over her threats, commenting, “Imagine openly admitting you’d hit and k!ll a person with your car because they have a different belief than you. Worse than that .. how could you tell they’re Muslim from your car?? So, now you’re just openly admitting you’re planning on hitting and k!lling black and brown people with your vehicle. That was [expletive] bold of her.”
After Chloe’s alleged apology circulated online, many viewers made it clear that they were unwilling to accept it. Some questioned whether she should continue pursuing a career in healthcare. “As a muslim, apology will be accepted when she leaves the healthcare field,” one person wrote. Another rejected her statement, commenting, “muslim here apology not [expletive] accepted.” Someone else criticized the focus of her apology, adding, “she apologized more to her job than the muslim community.”
The controversy raised broader concerns about Islamophobic rhetoric. This is particularly following Abdul El-Sayed’s reported election and the hostility that Muslim communities may face. It also prompted discussions about the importance of holding individuals accountable for discriminatory remarks and threats of violence. This is especially true for those pursuing careers that involve caring for people from different backgrounds.
