Islamic migration Dallas controversy: A video message by a Republican lawmaker from the United States has become a source of controversy these days. In this message, he expressed concern over what he described as increasing Islamic migration in the Dallas area of Texas and said that it is changing the social and cultural character of some neighborhoods.
Gill said that many people in his constituency feel that when they go to local malls, they feel as if they are not in America but somewhere else. He claimed that the construction of new mosques and the emergence of large residential complexes are rapidly changing the community structure in some areas.
In the caption of his video, Gill wrote that large-scale Islamic migration is destroying the America that people know and love. His statement received widespread reaction on social media.
Reaction from the Muslim community
Many members and organizations of the Muslim community in Texas strongly criticized these comments. They said that such statements create division in society and promote negative stereotypes against Muslim Americans. Community leaders described it as a wrong portrayal of the state’s diversity and multicultural identity.
Part of debate within the party
Gill’s remarks are also being seen in connection with the ongoing debate within the party on immigration, border security, and cultural integration. In Texas, a large part of migration has been linked to Latin American countries, but Gill specifically emphasized Islamic migration in his statement.
Has given controversial statements earlier as well
This is not the first time Gill has come under criticism for his statements. Earlier, he had made comments describing Islam as a threat to the United States, citing examples from Europe. A comment he made about a leader from New York had also caused controversy earlier.
It is noteworthy that Gill’s wife is of Indian origin. Since being elected in 2024, he has been active in several congressional committees and is often seen as outspoken on issues such as border security and government spending.
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