PITTSBURG, CA — Vanessa Yava, a nonbinary teacher at Rancho Medanos Junior High in the Pittsburgh Unified School District, is facing severe criticism for a comment made in the wake of a failed assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. The incident, which occurred last Saturday, resulted in injuries to Trump, the death of a retired firefighter, and injuries to two other attendees at the rally.
Yava expressed regret that the assassination attempt was not successful, stating they were “very sad that the bullet missed.” This comment has sparked outrage and a broader discussion about the appropriateness of such statements by educators.
The school district has not yet released a statement regarding Yava’s comments or any potential disciplinary actions. The situation remains a sensitive topic, reflecting the polarized political climate in the United States.
As of today, Yava’s profile on Facebook showed her post.