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August 21, 2026
Texas Governor Greg Abbott Requests DOJ Investigation of Airport Islamic Washing Stations
- Governor Abbott referred the Islamic washing stations at two Texas airports to the Justice Department for investigation.
- He argues the facilities favor one religion over others, violating anti-discrimination laws.
- DFW Airport recently scrapped plans for a new washing station amid public scrutiny, although existing stations remain operational.
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- Texas Gov Abbott asks the Justice Department to investigate 'discriminatory' Islamic washing stationsAug 21, 2026 at 10:44 PM · Fox News
- Texas seeks federal probe of airport washing facilities, Muslim group denounces moveAug 22, 2026 at 2:57 AM · Reuters