Trump-Style Border Wars Heat Up Texas

Texas Republicans are boldly confronting the threat of Sharia law infiltration through coordinated campaign pledges, reigniting defenses of American values ahead of the 2026 primaries.

Story Highlights

Multiple GOP candidates for attorney general and Congress launch ads vowing to stop Sharia law and Muslim “invasion,” echoing post-9/11 vigilance.
Proposition 10 on the Republican primary ballot asks voters: “Texas should prohibit Sharia Law,” serving as a key opinion poll on cultural preservation.
Federal and state Republicans target CAIR’s tax-exempt status, building on President Trump’s legacy of protecting borders and sovereignty.
Conservative candidates like Aaron Reitz and Valentina Gomez lead with direct messaging that Islam clashes with Western civilization.
Amid national immigration crackdowns under Trump, Texas primaries highlight resurgence of strategies prioritizing American security over political correctness.

Candidates Take Strong Stance Against Sharia Law

Aaron Reitz, running for Texas Attorney General in a competitive four-way GOP race, released an ad declaring Islam incompatible with Western civilization and pledging to halt the Muslim invasion. State Senator Mayes Middleton campaigns explicitly to stop Sharia law in Texas. U.S. Rep. Chip Roy, also in the attorney general race, introduced legislation to revoke CAIR’s tax-exempt status. These positions differentiate candidates in crowded primaries, appealing to voters concerned with preserving constitutional principles and limited government. Such messaging revives proven tactics from Trump’s successful campaigns that prioritized national security.

Proposition 10 Puts Sharia Ban to Primary Voters

Proposition 10 appears on the 2026 Republican Primary ballot, stating directly: “Texas should prohibit Sharia Law.” Texas GOP presents this as an opinion poll for primary voters, not a binding referendum. This measure gauges grassroots sentiment on blocking foreign legal systems that conflict with American liberty and Judeo-Christian foundations. It underscores Republican commitment to state sovereignty amid federal efforts under President Trump to end sanctuary policies and enforce immigration laws rigorously. Voter approval could signal strong backing for future legislative action.

Federal Legislation Targets CAIR Influence

Senator John Cornyn co-sponsored a bill with Sen. Tim Sheehy to strip CAIR, the nation’s largest Muslim advocacy group, of its tax-exempt status. Rep. Chip Roy introduced companion legislation in the House. These efforts align with Trump’s directives for states to hand over criminal illegal immigrants for deportation, countering groups accused of undermining border security. CAIR’s Texas coordinator Sameeha Rizvi labeled the attacks defamatory, but Republicans frame them as essential to combat radical influences threatening family values and public safety. This coordination spans local races to Capitol Hill.

Valentina Gomez launched her bid for Texas’s 31st Congressional District with a video burning a Quran, emphasizing rejection of ideologies opposed to American traditions. Incumbent Sen. Cornyn launched ads against opponent Ken Paxton, who countered by accusing Cornyn of aiding radical Islamic Afghans invading Texas. These exchanges highlight fierce primary competition where immigration and cultural defense dominate discourse.

Historical Resurgence Protects Conservative Principles

Anti-Muslim rhetoric surged after 9/11, with Republicans rallying against a Ground Zero mosque and exposing Obama-era conspiracies. President Trump amplified this by implementing travel bans on majority-Muslim countries and recently reposting that Islam is a cult. After a lull in recent cycles, Texas 2026 marks a deliberate return, countering open-border globalism that fueled inflation and crime under Biden. Conservative Muslim voters may shift allegiances, but prioritizing U.S. Constitution and gun rights over accommodation strengthens the party’s core. This strategy echoes Trump’s victories by addressing voter frustrations directly.