- Texas Republican lawmakers have announced the creation of the “Defense of Western Civilization Caucus,” aimed at preserving Western values and traditions.
- The initiative includes the launch of a specific faction called the “Sharia Free America Caucus.”
- This caucus is based on concerns that Islamic law, or Sharia, is perceived as a threat to the U.S. Constitution and American way of life.
- Republicans emphasize the need to protect and uphold Western civilization amidst what they describe as an escalating culture war.
- The caucus seeks to unite party members around the goal of maintaining traditional American values and preventing the influence of foreign or non-Western legal systems.
- Backers of the caucus argue that their efforts are essential for ensuring the future security and cultural identity of the United States.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/texas-republicans-launch-sharia-free-america-caucus-aimed-defending-western-civilization)