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Tennessee railway conductor fired after telling non-Americans ‘you can leave' during tour
By Sophie Ziedalski | NBC News at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· July 9, 2026
· 3 min read
A railway conductor on a Tennessee tourist attraction was fired after his comments telling non-Americans they “can leave” were captured on video and went viral on TikTok.
The remarks were recorded during the July Fourth holiday on Chattanooga’s popular Incline Railway, a funicular running up L...
Key takeaway Shortly after they boarded the railway car, Nathan Scherer told NBC affiliate WRCB of Chattanooga, the conductor began making what he described as “disturbing comments.
Why this matters in Frisco News
The incident in Tennessee raises questions about the training and oversight of seasonal employees in tourist attractions, a concern that resonates in Frisco , where visitors flock to various events and destinations throughout the year. As a city that prides itself on being welcoming to people from all over the world, Frisco's own tourist industry could learn from the swift response of the Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority, which fired the conductor the same day. The fact that the conductor's comments were met with discomfort and outrage from passengers, including those who recorded the incident, suggests that the public expects a higher standard of behavior from those in customer-facing roles. As Frisco continues to grow and attract new visitors, it's crucial for local businesses and attractions to prioritize diversity and inclusion training for their staff to ensure that all guests feel valued and respected.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? A railway conductor on a Tennessee tourist attraction was fired after his comments telling non-Americans they “can leave” were captured on video and went viral on TikTok.
The remarks were recorded during the July Fourth holiday on Chattanooga’s popular Incline Railway, a funicular running up L...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 9, 2026 by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories and curated for Frisco News readers.
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