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Muslims push back as Texas Republicans sharpen attacks on sharia law

Islamic scholars and Muslim Texans say fear and political opportunism distort the meaning of sharia.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 31

Flock cameras face growing backlash across Texas counties, but getting rid of them is complicated

Some government officials said they understand the community’s anger, but warn that many of these contracts fall outside their jurisdiction.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 24

As Abdul El-Sayed breaks a barrier, anti-Muslim vitriol surges on multiple fronts

Abdul El-Sayed made history this month in Michigan by becoming the first Muslim nominated by the Democratic Party to run for the U.S. Senate

The Independent UK · Aug 13

Put 3-year halt on H-1B, end H-4: New GOP bill by Rep Crane seeks major reforms in visa programs

A new bill is now added to list of bills like EXILE, PAUSE, seeking a major overhaul of the H-1B visa program which is at the center of the immigration controversy in Trump 2.0 administration. Arizona Republican Rep Eli Crane introduced the End H-1B Visa Abuse Act of 2026 in…

The Times of India · Apr 23

Hardline House Freedom Caucus gains ground in Texas GOP primaries

If they win in November, Steve Toth and Brandon Herrera are poised to join the group known for its conservative absolutist approach and willingness to defy GOP leaders.

The Texas Tribune · Mar 10

Rep. Tony Gonzales attacks primary opponent amid reporting of his affair with aide who died by suicide

The San Antonio Express-News reported on a text message from a staffer admitting to having an affair with Gonzales. The staffer died last year after setting herself on fire in Uvalde.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 18

Texas Republicans in Congress scaled back town halls during summer recess amid criticism over Trump megabill

Some who did host public events were interrupted by protesters and heckled for their support of President Donald Trump and his signature legislation.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 5, 2025

GOP Lawmakers Ridicule Republican Colleague's Bill to Allow Some Migrants to Obtain Citizenship: 'No Amnesty'

After 11 Republican lawmakers backed the Dignity Act of 2025, multiple GOP members reaffirmed their opposition to amnesty, insisting migrants should be deported instead.

Latin Times · Jul 18, 2025

Texas Republicans vote to send GOP’s tax and spending megabill to Trump’s desk after threatening to tank it

Members of the state’s GOP delegation were among the loudest voices critiquing their own party’s “One Big Beautiful Bill.” In the end, each of them voted for it.

The Texas Tribune · Jul 3, 2025

House nears passage of sweeping GOP budget bill - Roll Call

​The House took a critical step toward approving their mammoth tax and spending package early Thursday morning by adopting a rule for the measure after tamping down a revolt.

Roll Call · Jul 3, 2025