Texas Democrat Maureen Galindo under fire after saying she'd make ICE jail a "prison for American Zionists"
A Democratic House candidate in Texas is facing widespread condemnation and accusations of antisemitism from both parties for comments she posted on social media, including a pledge to turn an immigration detention facility into a "prison for American Zionists" if elected — drawing allegations from top Democrats that her campaign may be backed by conservative groups.
TL;DR
- Democratic House candidate Maureen Galindo in Texas has been widely condemned for social media posts containing antisemitic statements.
- Galindo pledged to turn the Karnes ICE Detention Center into a "prison for American Zionists" and suggested all Zionism support is antisemitic.
- Top Democrats have accused conservative groups of backing Galindo's campaign through a PAC with potential links to Republican fundraising platforms.
- Galindo denies antisemitism, distinguishing her opposition to "Zionist Jews."
- The comments have drawn criticism from various Texas Democrats, Republicans, and national Democratic leaders, including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Rep. Suzan DelBene.