# Debate over Sharia law influence in Texas

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/debate-over-sharia-law-influence-in-texas
> Updated: 2026-08-10T19:12:18.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Debate regarding the perceived influence of Sharia law in Texas has intensified following the release of the documentary ‘Remember the Alamo: Don’t Sharia My Texas’. Filmmaker Chris Burgard claims a coordinated effort exists to introduce Sharia law into the United States, specifically targeting Texas, and utilizes interviews with various political and military figures to support these warnings.

Following the film, political figures and commentators have voiced specific concerns regarding Islamic community developments. Texas Governor Greg Abbott has opposed a proposed 1,000-home settlement near Dallas that includes a mosque and educational facilities, while Representative Keith Self has raised concerns about the creation of Muslim-only communities. Additionally, reports have noted the approval of a mosque in McKinney despite local opposition and the availability of Sharia-compliant financial products from major American banks.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-10: Texas officials and commentators raise concerns over Sharia influence

An Iranian commentator warns of increasing Sharia influence in the U.S. following a Houston procession, amid Texas political concerns over proposed Islamic community developments and Sharia-compliant banking.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/texas-officials-and-commentators-raise-concerns-over-sharia-influence

### 2026-07-31: Documentary 'Remember the Alamo' Raises Debate Over Sharia Law in Texas

The July 4 documentary “Remember the Alamo: Don’t Sharia My Texas,” by Chris Burgard, claims a coordinated push to impose Sharia law in the U.S., focusing on Texas and featuring interviews with Allen West, Lara

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/documentary-remember-the-alamo-raises-debate-over-sharia-law-in-texas

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