Dallas Hotel Employee Fired After Viral Video Warning About ICE Agents

Dallas Hotel Employee Warns About ICE

Fired After Issuing Warning

Viral Video in Dallas

A 20-year-old woman was fired the same day she posted a video on TikTok from her workplace in Dallas.

Gia worked in the parking area of the Hilton Anatole hotel when she decided to record a public warning.

In the video, she claimed that alleged agents from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement were staying at the property.

Although she acknowledged that she could lose her job, she posted the message and the impact was immediate.

A Dallas Hotel Viral Video About ICE and a Swift Employment Decision

Dallas hotel ICE video causes employee firing-Photo: Shutterstock

Hours after the video was posted, Gia was removed from her position. She was not a direct employee of the hotel, but rather worked for Towne Park, the contractor in charge of valet services.

The video surpassed 2.6 million views and sparked a national discussion. Immigration, freedom of expression, and labor rights converged in the public debate.

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In the recording, Gia identifies herself by name and repeatedly states the hotel’s location. “I know I could lose my job, but I care more about the safety of families,” she says in the video.

She also asks viewers to warn relatives and acquaintances. She clarifies that she is not acting for political reasons and that she does not intend to harm anyone.

What the Video Showed and What Remains Unconfirmed

The Dallas hotel video does not show ICE agents, uniforms, or official badges. Nor is there any visible immigration operation inside or outside the hotel.

So far, there is no official confirmation verifying ICE’s presence. Authorities have not reported whether the vehicles mentioned belonged to any federal agency.

Gia describes herself on her profile as a Dallas resident and an aspiring nurse. In her message, she says she has Hispanic roots and concern for her community.

“I did it because I felt it was the right thing,” she maintains in later posts. The content was shared, commented on, and criticized across multiple platforms.

Responses From the Hilton Anatole Hotel and the Contractor Company

The Hilton Anatole told Univision that Gia was not part of its staff. “The individual mentioned was not a Hilton employee,” a hotel spokesperson said.

They confirmed she worked for an external company and provided no further details. The hotel declined to answer questions about the presence of federal agents.

Towne Park, for its part, confirmed the dismissal. “The employee violated our code of business conduct and no longer works with us,” the company stated.

No details were given about which policy was violated or how the internal process was handled. The lack of specifics further fueled the controversy.

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Financial Support and Debate in Texas About Immigration and Legality

After being fired, the Dallas hotel employee launched a campaign on GoFundMe. By Monday afternoon, she had raised $3,838.

In the description, she says she spoke out to warn families, even knowing the job risk. The money, she explains, will help cover basic expenses and continue her studies.

Additionally, in Texas, most jobs operate under the “at-will employment” system. This allows dismissals at almost any time, except for illegal reasons.

Many companies prohibit recording or posting content from the workplace. These rules are meant to protect privacy, security, and internal operations.

Recommendations Before Posting on Social Media From Work

Before recording or posting content from the workplace, it is essential to review internal policies. Companies often have strict rules regarding social media and employee conduct.

It is recommended to avoid showing faces, license plates, documents, or private areas.

It is also important not to record inside the workplace without authorization.

If there is a safety concern, internal reporting channels should be considered first.

Seeking legal guidance can help clarify potential risks.

Keeping records of workplace conversations and warnings is essential.

Gia’s firing leaves an open question regarding platforms like TikTok. Where does the freedom to post end when work, social media, and immigration intersect, as reported by Univisión.