A warning issued by a Texas newspaper on Texas Independence Day has ignited discussions about the possibility of Texas seceding from the United States. This concern arises as several Republican candidates for various Texas offices support such a move.
Interest in the potential consequences of Texas pursuing independence has grown significantly. Texas has a historical precedent for independence, having been an independent nation for nine years after declaring independence from Mexico in 1836 and before joining the U.S. in 1845.
Recent tensions between Texas authorities and the federal government over managing the influx of migrants crossing the southern border have fueled calls for secession. “Texas voters, beware of pro-secession candidates,” the Dallas Morning News editorial board raised concerns over Republican candidates signing the “Take Texas Back” pledge.
“As Super Tuesday approaches, Republican primary voters in Texas should beware. A worrying number of candidates for the Texas House of Representatives and other offices have signed the ‘Take Texas Back’ pledge that makes them promise to advance legislation to help Texas secede from the United States under certain conditions,” the opinion piece read.
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The dispute escalated following a Supreme Court ruling in January allowing federal agents to remove razor wire placed along the U.S.-Mexico border by Texas Governor Greg Abbott. In response, Governor Abbott invoked Texas’s constitutional authority to defend itself against what he termed an “invasion.” His stance garnered support from 25 other Republican governors.
The Dallas Morning News published an opinion piece titled “Texas voters, beware of pro-secession candidates,” expressing concern over Republican candidates endorsing the “Take Texas Back” pledge. This pledge requires candidates to prioritize Texas’s interests over any other nation or political entity and commit to advancing legislation for Texas to secede under certain conditions.
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The “Take Texas Back” pledge asks candidates to promise that if elected, they will place the interests of Texas before any nation or political entity. By signing the pledge, candidates also promise to advance legislation to call for a referendum for Texans to assert their status as an independent nation if a majority of residents are interested
.According to the Dallas Morning News, over 150 individuals have signed this pledge. However, the editorial board cautioned that advocating for secession poses significant challenges, particularly regarding funding. The pledge fails to address how an independent Texas would sustain itself without federal funding, constituting approximately 30% of the state’s budget.
In response, Daniel Miller, president of the Texas Nationalist Movement (TNM), defended the cause of Texas independence. He dismissed concerns about financial implications, asserting Texas’s economic strength and resilience. Miller emphasized Texans’ desire for self-governance and frustration with federal overreach.
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While proponents argue for the benefits of secession, others caution against it. Legal experts warn of potential constitutional challenges, while polling suggests that a majority of Texans would prefer to remain part of the United States.
In conclusion, the debate over Texas secession reflects broader tensions between state and federal authority, with implications for the future of American governance and identity.
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