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Three Miami-area government employees investigated for posing in obscene, anti-Trump photo
Two Miami-Dade firefighters and a teacher are taking heat for posing in an anti-Trump photo that has circulated on social media. (Image source: Video screenshot)

Three Miami-area government employees investigated for posing in obscene, anti-Trump photo

Two Miami-Dade firefighters and a teacher gained some unwanted attention the past few days, after a photo circulating on social media showed the trio wearing anti-Trump messaging — with two of them flipping off the camera.

The individuals posed in identical T-shirts that read, "F*** Trump and f*** you for voting for him."

What's the story?

Miami resident Whilly Bermudez posted the photo to his Facebook page on Friday, saying "This post is to let the community know how offensive these Miami Dade Fire fighters are. Oh yes, these are public servants!"

He went on to provide the alleged names of the people in the photo.

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue confirmed the department has employed individuals with the names listed by Bermudez since 1991 and 2003, respectively, and released a statement saying that it will investigate the complaint.

The Miami-Dade County Public Schools also confirmed the employment of a teacher with the same name Bermudez posted. The district told WFOR-TV that it "was just made aware of this matter. While we respect  our employees' right to self-expression, we have a responsibility as a public institution to review this issue and ensure it aligns with our ethical standards."

Anything else?

On his Facebook post, Bermudez expressed concern over the public employees' ability to carry out their jobs in light of their political views.

"I wonder how my family, friends or I would be treated in an emergency by these folks if we were wearing a Trump shirt and needed emergency care?" he asked. "This is unacceptable behavior by public servants that are entrusted to teach our children and respond to emergencies. Shame on them!"

To WFOR, Bermudez added, "If something were to happen to me being a Trump supporter, can I count on them to save my life? I'm not willing to take the chance. In fact I say to you, if something happens to me, send me Republicans please."

Bermudez is pushing for the public employees to be fired over the incident.

"I think those three individuals should be terminated from their positions," he told WFOR. "I think the message needs to be sent. A message that can reach other states, other jurisdictions on a national level."

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