The Florida Bar placed computer technician Kade McLendon on administrative leave while it investigates messages allegedly sent to University of Miami football player Damon Wilson II. Wilson posted screenshots Sunday showing racist and homophobic slurs sent after Miami's game against Florida State; the Bar said the messages violate its employee social media policies.
WHO:The Florida Bar, employee Kade McLendon and University of Miami football player Damon Wilson II
WHAT:The Florida Bar placed McLendon on administrative leave during an internal investigation into alleged derogatory social media messages sent to Wilson.
WHEN:Reported Oct 21, 2026 at 6:25 AM ET
WHERE:Florida
WHY:The Bar said the messages violate its internal employee social media policies.
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