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politics1 year ago

Texas GOP Censures House Speaker Dade Phelan and Bans Antisemites

The Texas GOP's executive committee voted to censure House Speaker Dade Phelan and passed a resolution opposing antisemitism, marking a reversal from a previous defeat of a similar measure. The resolution came after reports of ties between a major donor group and white supremacists. The committee also demanded the party cut ties with certain individuals and organizations. Additionally, Phelan was censured over various issues, prompting criticism from his spokesperson.

politics1 year ago

"Texas GOP Implements Ban on Antisemites"

The Republican Party of Texas' executive committee has reversed its stance on antisemitism, passing a resolution to censure House Speaker Dade Phelan and stating that the party will not associate with antisemites. This comes after controversy over ties between a major donor group, Defend Texas Liberty, and white supremacists. The committee also voted to censure Phelan and demanded the party cut ties with Defend Texas Liberty and its affiliates. The resolution's language is less specific than previous proposals, and tensions within the party persist.