Texas Governor Greg Abbott has threatened to pull state funding from the city of San Marcos over a proposed resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. In a letter addressed to the mayor of San Marcos, Abbott expressed strong disapproval of the resolution, calling it both "antisemitic" and "anti-Texas."
The San Marcos City Council is scheduled to vote on the resolution next week. If passed, the resolution would urge the federal government to support a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.
Governor Abbott argued that the resolution unfairly singles out Israel and ignores the actions of Hamas. He stated that such a resolution does not reflect the values of Texas and could jeopardize the state's relationship with the city. The governor's office has not specified which funding streams could be affected, but the threat has sparked debate within the community.
Texas Governor Threatens Funding Over San Marcos Gaza Resolution
Texas Governor Greg Abbott criticized the city of San Marcos for considering a resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. Abbott labeled the proposed resolution as "antisemitic" and "anti-Texas" in a letter to the city's mayor. He warned that the state could withdraw funding from San Marcos if the resolution is passed. The city council is scheduled to vote on the resolution next week.