NASHVILLE, Tenn. – After two years of stonewalling and legal wrangling, the FBI has finally released 112 pages of handwritten notes, drawings, and journals recovered from Audrey Hale, the transgender shooter responsible for the brutal massacre at The Covenant School in Nashville on March 27, 2023. Hale murdered three children and three staff members in what authorities confirmed was a premeditated, solo attack on a Christian elementary school.

The release was quietly posted on the FBI’s “Vault” page ( embedded below) without context or public announcement. It follows a long legal battle led by The Tennessee Star and the Tennessee Firearms Association demanding transparency from federal authorities.

The documents reveal a chilling, hate-filled mindset—riddled with rage, religious rejection, and obsessive planning. Hale detailed her attack strategy, including maps of the school, faculty lists, and notes on school breaks, all intended to help her maximize casualties.

Key Takeaways from the Released Writings:

Anti-Christian and Anti-Police Rants: Hale penned disturbing screeds attacking Christians, straight people, law enforcement, and even members of the LGBTQ community. She described herself as “born wrong” and in “never-ending pain,” blaming religion for failing to save her.

Obsession with Guns and Violence: Ironically, while targeting a Christian school and railing against “crackers” and “d*kes,” Hale kept meticulous notes on firearm safety, defensive pistol courses, and situational awareness. She commented on upcoming gun shows and even criticized President Biden for pushing an “assault weapons” ban.

Meticulous Planning: Hale crafted “death day” to-do lists, planned her movements, made sketches of tactical gear, and studied other school shooters. She reportedly wanted her attack close to the anniversary of the Columbine shooting “to make history.”

Graphic Hate Speech: Multiple entries included vile, dehumanizing language targeting women, LGBTQ individuals, and police officers. One page screamed, “Kill all the dkes and those firly boy fggots… Let all the black police hang us.”

The Battle for Transparency

Parents of victims, school officials, and law enforcement had initially opposed the public release of Hale’s writings. But advocates for transparency and journalistic accountability argued the public had a right to understand what drove the attack—especially as national narratives downplayed Hale’s ideological motivations.

A Metro Nashville Police Department investigation, previously released in April, confirmed that Hale acted alone. No accomplices were found, and no others were implicated in the planning or execution of the attack.

Fallout and Reactions

The release reopens wounds in a community that is still healing. The Covenant School marked the second anniversary of the tragedy with a message of hope and resilience, quoting scripture and reaffirming faith in the face of evil.

Meanwhile, former Nashville officer Garet Davidson faces charges for allegedly leaking earlier versions of the shooter’s writings. The FBI’s delay in releasing the documents—combined with the aggressive prosecution of those who exposed them—has led to criticism from constitutional watchdogs and gun rights advocates.

A Moment for Reflection

For a well-informed, liberty-minded audience, this case is another grim reminder that evil doesn’t care about laws, gun-free zones, or political correctness. While the media plays word games and hides manifestos, the facts reveal that Hale’s attack was targeted, hateful, and ideologically charged.

When government agencies withhold the truth to protect narratives, the public is left vulnerable. And when the right to bear arms is threatened in response to such tragedies, the only people disarmed are the innocent.

The lesson is clear: Transparency matters. Truth matters. And so does the right to defend ourselves—because we can’t count on the government to do it for us.

View the full release of Audrey Hale’s writings below, or visit the FBI Vault website. Reader discretion is advised due to graphic content.

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