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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has ordered an investigation into what he described as a “Sharia tribunal” reportedly operating in the Dallas area, calling the concept “inconsistent with Western civilization.”
Abbott’s directive follows social media claims circulating this week alleging that an Islamic panel had been established locally and was handling disputes under principles associated with Sharia, or Islamic law.
Abbott addressed the issue publicly after a post on X attracted widespread attention, prompting questions about whether any such tribunal exists and whether it would have legal standing under Texas law…