Judge Texas AG's Bid to Silence Immigrant Rights Group
Court rules in favor of FIEL Houston, allowing it to continue political advocacy against prominent Republicans and immigration policies.
- Texas AG Ken Paxton's petition to shut down FIEL Houston was rejected by Harris County District Judge R. K. Sandill.
- Paxton accused the group of inappropriate political involvement for criticizing Trump, Governor Abbott, and Senate Bill 4.
- FIEL Houston's legal team argued the group's actions were protected under free speech rights.
- Paxton has also targeted other immigrant aid organizations, accusing them of aiding illegal immigration.
- The ruling is seen as a defense of First Amendment rights for nonprofit organizations.