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How a man once ordered to pay libel damages helped launch an investigation into Islamic private schools
By Texas Tribune, By Lexi Churchill, The Texas Tribune And Propublica at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 18, 2026
· 8 min read
This article is co-published with ProPublica, a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up for ProPublica’s Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox as soon as they are published.Nearly a decade ago, a British court ordered a man named Sam Westrop to ...
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Why this matters in The San Antonio
The investigation into Islamic private schools in Texas has significant implications for San Antonio 's diverse community, where many families rely on private education options. The fact that nearly 50 private schools across the state were scrutinized for alleged ties to radical Islamic organizations raises questions about the criteria used to determine which schools were targeted. As the city's Muslim population continues to grow, it is crucial to ensure that any investigations or exclusions from the voucher program are based on credible evidence and not fueled by unfounded claims or biases. The involvement of Sam Westrop, who has a history of making unverified allegations, adds to the concern about the potential for misinformation and discrimination. San Antonio residents should pay close attention to the outcome of the lawsuit filed by the four Islamic private school campuses and demand transparency from state officials regarding the investigation and its findings.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 18, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 8 min
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