A controversial development in Kaufman County, Texas, that was to potentially house 20,000 migrants, has been cancelled following an investigation by the Texas Attorney General's office. The project, dubbed 'Sharia City' by some lawmakers, raised concerns about national security, strain on local resources, and the potential impact of sharia law.
A planned development in North Texas that reportedly aimed to house as many as 20,000 migrants, dubbed "Sharia City" by lawmakers, has been canceled after the state launched an investigation into it. The announcement came Thursday from AG Ken Paxton's office, saying Rep.
Lance Gooden had confirmed the Kaufman County development that Texas lawmakers had dubbed "Sharia City" had ended its plans. "Because of the risks posed by the infiltration of sharia law into Texas, my office will work tirelessly to end any illegal scheme that seeks to subvert the Constitution and disrupt the American way of life," said Paxton. "I am glad to see that the developers of this ‘sharia city’ in Kaufman County have ceased their operations following my office’s investigation. My office will continue to investigate any potential threat to the safety and well-being of Texans."The decision to end the development comes after Paxton's investigation launched on Feb. 9. In early February 2026, Paxton said residents had raised concerns about a Dubai-based development company’s plan to purchase thousands of acres near Kaufman, Texas. The developers’ had planned to create a "sustainable city" with the potential to house as many as 20,000 foreign nationals alarmed the surrounding communities. Lawmakers were concerned that the influx of immigrants into rural Texas could pose national security risks. They said residents also feared the development could place a strain on the local water supply.
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