Abbott: Texas Will Fight Radical Islam ‘Every Step of the Way’

[Elderberry]

Texas Scorecard by Brandon Waltens February 9, 2026

In an interview with Texas Scorecard, Abbott discussed the rise of radical Islam, H-1B visas, border security, and rogue prosecutors.

Gov. Greg Abbott says Texas is moving aggressively to block the expansion of radical Islamic organizations, restrict the use of H-1B visas by state entities, and ensure illegal border crossings remain at historic lows—regardless of who occupies the White House in the future.

In an interview with Texas Scorecard, Abbott said recent actions by Democrat-run cities and school districts underscore why the state has stepped in to confront groups he has designated as foreign terrorist organizations.

“The Democrats are being tone deaf to the dangers posed by these foreign terrorist organizations,” Abbott said, pointing specifically to the City of Austin’s recent decision to recognize the Council on American-Islamic Relations.

Abbott said his administration’s involvement began after investigations into the proposed “EPIC City” development in North Texas revealed what he described as widespread legal violations and attempts to establish an Islamic-only community—an action prohibited under Texas law. Through that process, Abbott said, the state uncovered CAIR’s involvement in expanding similar efforts in Texas.

“That is one of the things that led to what I documented in my proclamation saying that CAIR is a foreign terrorist organization and must be banned from the state of Texas,” Abbott said.

More: https://texasscorecard.com/state/abbott-texas-will-fight-radical-islam-every-step-of-the-way/


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[BobfromWB]

Some one please point out to the Gov that there is only Islam - there is no such thing as radical Islam. The only division is between those willing to act, those who only abet, and those who silently cheer from the sidelines.

[catfish1957]

Every step? You've been in office for 11 years now. 

Greg, with you 98% of the time, but you allowed this on your watch. 

Like roaches, It is easier to prevent Muzzie infiltration than removing them.  The best we can do know is to make it difficult for them, and hopefully they move to Michigan. 

For years my TOS tagline was:

Everything I needed to know about Islam, I learned on September 11, 2001.   And think..... where the crime went down, now has a Muzzie mayor,   

[Bigun]

Every step? You've been in office for 11 years now. 

Greg, with you 98% of the time, but you allowed this on your watch. 

Like roaches, It is easier to prevent Muzzie infiltration than removing them.  The best we can do know is to make it difficult for them, and hopefully they move to Michigan. 

For years my TOS tagline was:

Everything I needed to know about Islam, I learned on September 11, 2001.   And think..... where the crime went down, now has a Muzzie mayor,   

I'll be voting for Pete "Doc" Chambers for governor in the primary this year. Greg Abbott was far too quick with the lockdowns and mask mandates. Can't vote for him in the primary and would need a couple of clothespins to do it in the general.

[catfish1957]

I'll be voting for Pete "Doc" Chambers for governor in the primary this year. Greg Abbott was far too quick with the lockdowns and mask mandates. Can't vote for him in the primary and would need a couple of clothespins to do it in the general.

Might do the same as a protest vote.  I am overall okay with what mostly Abbott has done.  But like you added, he sure hasn't as hell been perfect.