As Republican Texas Governor Greg Abbott calmly responds to the unrest by reminding people that Hamas is a terrorist organization, footage of a crowd of locals confronting pro-Palestinian hecklers by showing them the door has surfaced online. It went viral, and the Texan is being praised online.
At a campaign event at Lucas Christian Academy in Lucas, Texas, anti-Israel demonstrators interrupted Mr. Abbott, shouting derogatory remarks against the Jewish state.
It started at Lucas on Saturday. @CandyNobleHD89 And a big crowd is ready to defend Texas Red!
I am proud to support Congresswoman Candy Noble for re-election this year.
From securing borders to protecting unborn children, Candy is a key ally in the Texas House. pic.twitter.com/LGJteBWnjZ
— Greg Abbott (@GregAbbott_TX) January 13, 2024
Mr. Abbott was there to support the reelection bid of Republican Rep. Candy Noble, a prominent conservative leader in the Texas House known for her advocacy.g border security, pro-life and religious rights, property tax relief, law enforcement support, and education reform.
#new At a campaign event in Lucas, Collin County, Texas. @CandyNobleHD89, @GregAbbott_TX Two pro-Palestinian supporters jeered. Note: Language. @CBSNews Texas pic.twitter.com/DVwtMz9Gnf
— Jack Fink (@cbs11jack) January 13, 2024
At one point, a heckler began to interrupt, accusing Israel of committing “genocide” in its war with the terrorist organization Hamas. launched The worst attack on Jews since the Nazi Holocaust on October 7, 2023.
What you need to know: Horror of Hamas terrorist attack on civilians in Israel's Kibbutz Beeri
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In response to the anti-Israel rant, the crowd immediately booed the man, and police ushered him outside.
Mr. Abbott responded to the incursion by pointing out the fact that “Hamas is a terrorist organization,” a statement that drew cheers from the Texas crowd.
A terrorist organization based in Islamic Gaza. charter It openly calls for the murder of Jews and the obliteration of the Jewish state in a relentless jihad, and has been designated a terrorist organization by several countries, including the United States, Australia, Canada, the European Union, Japan, and the United Kingdom.
At that point, another demonstrator shouted that the Israeli army should be considered a “terrorist organization.” Members of the crowd wasted no time in removing the unwanted agitator from the venue as other audience members chanted, “Get him out of here.”
Many took to social media to praise the earnest Texan.
“God bless Texas,” Moto wrote. National Collegiate Athletic Association swimming champion and activist Riley Gaines;
God bless Texas https://t.co/6YUlcNVQXe
— Riley Gaines (@Riley_Gaines_) January 14, 2024
“Don’t mess with Texas.” I have written Young conservatives in Texas.
“Texas is a FAFO state” by news anchor and columnist Rita Panahi I have written.
“This is Texas…not New York.” I have written Mr. Lawrence B. Jones, a prominent commentator from Texas.
“Things are different in Texas.” I have written Australian Jewish Association.
“He tried it in a small town” radio host Ari Hoffman I have written.
“Yeah, that's why I love Texas!” one X user wrote.
Yes, this is why I love Texas! 🏼😂🇺🇸 https://t.co/9IJ4NmhDjg
— Carolina (@carolina_bonita) January 15, 2024
“This is how Texas patriots deal with liberal pro-hama extremists,” Gov. Greg Abbott said at a rally. I have written Another X user.
“And this is what's happening with pro-Palestinian activism in Texas. The Governor of Texas has more protection than the White House,” said another user. I have written.
Texans are a “different race,” user X wrote.
Far-left protesters appear in Texas.
Little did he know that they were actually different breeds and treated him accordingly.
I’m more accepting of this happening!pic.twitter.com/PDnDM5EQFs
— Joshua Walker (@RedsRepair95) January 14, 2024
“Texans are showing the rest of the country what to do!” I have written another.
“And that’s how Texas takes out its trash.” Yet another article I have written.
The issue comes as pro-Palestinian protesters continue to attack Israel in response to the October 7 massacre. The massacre resembled the scenes of the Nazi-era Holocaust, leaving more than 1,200 people dead and another 5,300 injured within the Jewish state, and at least 241 hostages of all ages taken, including around 140 He is still a prisoner of war.
Pro-Hamas mobs in New York City cheer with glee as one of their own tears down the American flag. pic.twitter.com/T1u0r61lEk
— Aviva Klompas (@AvivaKlompas) November 11, 2023
The majority of victims were civilians, including dozens of American citizens.
Joshua Klein is a reporter for Breitbart News. Email jklein@breitbart.com. Follow him on Twitter @Joshua Klein.
