Muslim delegate at Texas GOP convention told to leave amid Sharia fears
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A Muslim Texan attendee at the Texas GOP convention left in tears after being told to convert or leave amid anti-Sharia rhetoric and Islamophobic comments within the party, including scrutiny of CAIR ties; the incident highlighted tensions over inclusion and faith and prompted procedural tweaks for future conventions.
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