Texas Republican Candidates Use Anti-Islamic Rhetoric in Primary Campaigns

Several Republican candidates in Texas have included anti-Islamic rhetoric in their primary election campaigns. CNN reported that these statements address perceived threats from Islam, including opposition to Sharia law and concerns over Muslim immigration. The campaigns occur in the context of Texas primaries, with runoffs scheduled for May 26 and June.

a Recent Incident Some national Republicans have made statements calling for the deportation of Muslims or their exclusion from public life.

A U.S. citizen from Senegal attacked a nightlife district. Some candidates noted the incident and called for pausing all immigration.