University of Oregon Official on Leave After Controversial Video

Leonard Serrato, the Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life at the University of Oregon, has been placed on administrative leave due to a controversial Instagram video in which he expressed a desire for Donald Trump supporters to 'jump off a f*cking bridge.' In the video, Serrato shared his anger over the election results, stating he was 'done crying' and labeled Trump voters as 'stupid' while advising them to get better-paying jobs. The university initially defended his right to free speech but later condemned his remarks as 'abhorrent' and inconsistent with its values after public backlash, including threats of donation withdrawals. An investigation into the matter has been initiated, and Serrato's post has since been removed from his account. This incident has reignited discussions about the responsibilities of public university employees and the impact of social media on their professional roles.