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Douglas Elliman Sued Over Alleged Racial Housing Text

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  • Lisa Renee Olaso and Cyril Christopher filed a New York housing discrimination lawsuit.
  • They allege a Douglas Elliman broker texted, “Ugh. They are Black,” and mistakenly sent it to Olaso while watching them.
  • The suit targets Douglas Elliman, the broker, and several owners of the 26th Avenue unit.
  • Attorney Kenneth Mollins says homeowners share blame; Douglas Elliman cites a zero-tolerance policy and terminated the agent.