TX Dem under fire after saying she'd make ICE jail a "prison for American Zionists"
Summary
A Democratic candidate in Texas, Maureen Galindo, faced criticism for social media posts saying she would turn an immigration detention center into a "prison for American Zionists" if elected. Both Democrats and Republicans condemned her comments as antisemitic, and some Democrats say her campaign may be secretly supported by conservative groups.Key Facts
- Maureen Galindo is running in the Democratic primary for Texas' 35th Congressional District.
- She posted that she would turn Karnes ICE Detention Center into a prison for "American Zionists" and former ICE officers.
- Galindo also called support for Zionism antisemitic and made other critical remarks about Zionists.
- Texas Democrats and national Democratic leaders condemned her comments as hateful and antisemitic.
- Some Democrats allege conservative groups are backing Galindo with large campaign spending through Lead Left PAC.
- Lead Left PAC, founded recently, has spent over $800,000 supporting Galindo and opposing her rival.
- The PAC says it is anti-Trump but may be connected to Republican fundraising platforms, though this is not confirmed.
- House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and other Democrats called on Republicans to stop supporting Galindo’s campaign.
- Republican leaders denied any involvement, with House Speaker Mike Johnson saying he was unaware of Galindo before the controversy.
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