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Bo French says Texas shouldn’t recognize babies born to undocumented parents as American citizens
By Texas Tribune, Carlos Nogueras Ramos at KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston)
· June 30, 2026
· 3 min read
ODESSA — Bo French, the Republican nominee for Texas Railroad Commissioner in the November midterm election, on Tuesday called the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to uphold birthright citizenship “traitorous,” saying Texas should not recognize babies born to undocumented parents as citizens. “The ...
Key takeaway Supreme Court’s decision to uphold birthright citizenship “traitorous,” saying Texas should not recognize babies born to undocumented parents as citizens.
Why this matters in Sugar Land News
In Sugar Land , where the oil and gas industry has a significant presence, Bo French's comments on birthright citizenship may resonate with some voters, but they also raise concerns about the potential impact on the local economy. The city's diverse population, with a large immigrant community, may be particularly affected by French's stance on immigration. As the Republican nominee for Texas Railroad Commissioner, French's views on issues unrelated to the agency's responsibilities have taken center stage, leaving some to wonder how his campaign will affect the city's business climate. With the oil and gas industry being a major driver of the local economy, French's remarks have already drawn criticism from prominent Republicans, including Gov. Greg Abbott, who warned that French's policies could harm the industry. As the election approaches, Sugar Land residents will be watching closely to see how French's campaign will affect the city's economic and social landscape.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? ODESSA — Bo French, the Republican nominee for Texas Railroad Commissioner in the November midterm election, on Tuesday called the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to uphold birthright citizenship “traitorous,” saying Texas should not recognize babies born to undocumented parents as citizens. “The ...
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