The Florida gunman's failed attempt to visit a historically black college was revealed.

The tragic events of the shooting at a Dollar General store in Florida have been made more alarming due to the presence of the white gunman, Ryan Christopher Palmeter, at Edward Waters University, the state’s oldest HBCU, prior to the attack. Students noticed him donning gloves and a military vest, and after they alerted security, he was confronted and eventually left the campus.

U.S. News reported that Edward Waters University President A. Zachary Faison Jr. had spoken to news outlets about the events. As a result, Governor Ron DeSantis has pledged $1 million for an increase in campus security, as well as $100K for the victims’ families through a charity. Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters has also assured the public that the school was not the target of the attack.

However, Governor DeSantis has also been criticized for his stance on Black history being taught in public schools, something which affects the HBCUs in the state. His words at a prayer vigil for the victims were met with boos, with people claiming that his divisive rhetoric had empowered racists to commit such horrendous crimes. There is a call for accountability due to the hate crimes occurring in Florida.

The shootings have resulted in a heightened awareness for the safety of students, and the efforts from Governor DeSantis have been noted. Nevertheless, the public is also demanding that he be held accountable for the crimes.

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