Criticism from Governor Greg Abbott has been met with strong opposition. Ablution stations proposed at an airport have sparked controversy. The Council on American-Islamic Relations in Texas has spoken out against the governor's comments.
Their response describes the criticism as a politically motivated move. Further details about the situation are available from the source, including the full response from the council and the governor's initial criticism.
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