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A Guide to Islamism in Texas

February 11, 2026
Sam Westrop

The Middle East Forum has produced a short summary guide to seven dangerous Islamist networks operating in Texas, featuring examples of leading radical institutions, details of state funding, and a glance at their numbers and finances.

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Sam Westrop
Sam Westrop
Sam Westrop has headed Islamist Watch since March 2017. He is also a senior fellow at the Texas Public Policy Foundation. Previously, he ran Stand for Peace, a London-based counter-extremism organization.
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