Key player in false Talarico rumor has history of online posts invoking Nazi Germany

The Guardian reports: Ryan Amacher, who played role in bid to damage campaign, has also made antisemitic and racist posts on social media An influencer who played a key role in hoax claims that James Talarico was in a mental health facility has a long history of social media posts that favorably invoke Nazi Germany, express antisemitism and anti-Black racism, criticize miscegenation and call for “remigration” of refugees.

This technology story centres on Germany. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Nazi Germany, James Talarico and Ryan Amacher.

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Location

Germany · Europe

Reported by

The Guardian

First reported

17 Oct 2026, 16:30 IST

Key names

Nazi Germany, James Talarico, Ryan Amacher, Talarico

Section

Technology

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• The GuardianKey player in false Talarico rumor has history of online posts invoking Nazi Germany 17 Oct, 16:30

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