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Hilton Fires Employee Who Posted Racist Message About FSU Coach Willie Taggart

A spokesperson for Hilton Grand Vacations confirmed the company fired the employee responsible for a racist post that depicted the lynching of Florida State head coach Willie Taggart.

"Our concern regarding this situation has been a top priority," Lauren George said in a statement on behalf of Hilton Grand Vacations to ESPN.com's Andrea Adelson. "The person responsible for posting this information has been terminated. His behavior was in violation of multiple company policies and the furthest example from being a reflection of our company's values."

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