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University researcher accused of calling for assassination of conservative voices in social media post

UW is investigating Mara Maughan after social media posts interpreted as endorsing violence against conservatives.
DeAngelis pushed for UW to condemn the rhetoric and take action against Maughan.
UW Medicine said it is reviewing the specifics, policy, and law to decide next steps.
Fox News reports the controversy has intensified scrutiny of UW.
Maughan's remarks were linked to a social media comment about an assassination case involving Charlie Kirk's killer.
The university intends to review policy and law before deciding disciplinary actions.
Mara Maughan's bio lists she/they pronouns and an RSE1 staff role at UW Fuller Labs.
UW Medicine denounced violence and pledged action after review.
The piece includes commentary from Adam Guillette and other advocates about campus rhetoric.

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