"Texas Mass Shooting Reignites Debate on Guns and Immigration"
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott's recent comments identifying five mass shooting victims as "illegal immigrants" is part of his political evolution to match the rightward moves of the Republican Party. Abbott's opponents have had few options to hold him accountable, as Texas Republicans are firmly in control of the state. Abbott's focus on the victims' immigration status is the latest in a string of inflammatory statements from the governor, reflecting the growing extremism of the party he represents. Democrats argue Abbott is reflecting the growing extremism of the party he represents.
- Texas Gov. Abbott describes victims as "illegal," catering to GOP base The Washington Post
- ICE source: Texas massacre suspect was deported 4 times CNN
- Massive manhunt underway for gunman accused of killing 5 neighbors CNN
- Texas’ latest mass shooting is about guns, not immigration The Dallas Morning News
- Letters to the Editor: Will five more dead Texans change Gov. Greg Abbott's mind on guns? Not likely Los Angeles Times
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