WarRoom Battleground EP 965: “Stopping The Islamification Of Texas Schoolboard”
Date: March 10, 2026
Host: Steve Bannon & Jack Posobiec (WarRoom.org)
Featured Guests: Neil McCabe, Senator Eric Schmidt, Mike Howell, Dr. Julie Pickren, Dr. Thayer
Episode Overview
This episode examines what the hosts characterize as the “Islamification” of Texas education, focusing on ongoing battles at the Texas State Board of Education. The episode also discusses birthright citizenship, foreign influence on U.S. elections, immigration, and the broader national security landscape—including mentions of ongoing military action in the Middle East. Special attention is paid to political activism around Proposition 10 (banning Sharia law in Texas), mass deportation initiatives, and grassroots conservative organizing.
The dominant theme: defending “American and Texan identity” against what the speakers describe as radical Islamic influence, with the Texas school system as a key battleground.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Texas Proposition 10 and Islamist Influence
- Background: Proposition 10, which prohibits Sharia law in Texas, passed overwhelmingly among Texas Republicans.
- Issue Highlighted: Ongoing political push to designate the Muslim Brotherhood and CAIR (Council on American Islamic Relations) as terrorist organizations in Texas.
- Upcoming Events: CPAC in Texas will feature breakout sessions on the "Islamic invasion of Texas."
“Texas is the jewel of the crown in our union... we’re going to do a breakout session about Proposition 10 and about this situation with this Islamic invasion of Texas.”
— Jack Posobiec (01:53)
2. Birthright Citizenship and Foreign Influence
- Neil McCabe’s Interview with Senator Eric Schmidt
- Explores legal and security issues of birthright citizenship.
- New Research: Peter Schweitzer’s “Invisible Coup” highlighted 1.5 million Chinese citizens (born in the U.S. to tourists) living in China but eligible to vote in U.S. elections.
“You can literally have a million Chinese votes pouring into a single precinct.”
— Neil McCabe (04:54)
“It's incredibly outrageous...hundreds of businesses in Southern California do this [birth tourism] now on the books. It’s illegal...but who can police this?”
— Neil McCabe (05:36)
- Constitutional Arguments: Senator Schmidt argues the drafters of the 14th Amendment did not intend for birthright citizenship to be so broad, emphasizing it was meant for children of emancipated slaves.
“The original meaning...was that there was some sort of loyalty to the United States...The system that we have now was not intended.”
— Sen. Eric Schmidt (08:33)
3. Mass Deportation Coalition
- Guest: Mike Howell
- Describes the launch and popularity of a coalition aiming to move the U.S. toward mass deportations, up from a few hundred thousand to potentially 1 million per year.
- Critiques “special interests...donors, consultants, pollsters, and rhinos” for allegedly trying to dilute this focus.
- Asserts mass deportation is a “central issue” for the conservative base, tied to infrastructure, crime, and healthcare strain.
“If millions must go, then millions must go. It's what Trump promised.”
— Mike Howell (16:57)
“The special interests...don't like mass deportations because they like their cheap labor...That's what we're fighting against.”
— Mike Howell (14:54)
4. Texas State Board of Education—CAIR’s Demands and Grassroots Response
- Guest: Dr. Julie Pickren
- Represents 12 counties, approx. 2 million constituents.
- Describes how CAIR has testified repeatedly at Board meetings with a "demand list" calling for the removal of historical figures and events deemed patriotic or “Christian,” such as:
- The Mayflower Compact
- Columbus and Columbus Day
- Thanksgiving (including George Washington’s Thanksgiving address)
- Alleged reinterpretation of the Alamo as influenced by Islamic architecture/history
- Frames CAIR’s proposals as a “rewrite” of U.S. and Texas history for Islamic indoctrination.
“They want a rewrite of U.S. and Texas history so they can indoctrinate our children to have a favorable opinion of radical Islam.”
— Dr. Julie Pickren (21:05)
- Pickren’s Pledge: Vows to block these changes, calling for public testimony and grassroots involvement.
“They're going to hit this big, beautiful wall right here...This is a beautiful red, white and blue wall.”
— Dr. Julie Pickren (video, 24:41)
Notable Moment—Summary of CAIR’s Demands (22:17–25:42)
- Dr. Pickren reads from CAIR’s alleged demand letter, listing:
- One-third of all slaves in America were Muslim and persecuted for it
- Remove teaching of Thanksgiving, Mayflower Compact, Columbus
- Add revisionist accounts of Muslim contributions to American and Texas history
5. Concerns About Civilizational “Erasure” and National Security Implications
- Dr. Thayer’s Analysis
- Links situation in Texas schools to broader Western fears regarding “civilizational erasure.”
- Warns that Texas is a major “test case” for the rest of the country.
“Civilizational erasure is taking place within the United States as well...other states use Texas textbooks.”
— Dr. Thayer (36:29)
6. Call-To-Action: The School Board Vote
- Upcoming Vote: The Texas State Board of Education will consider CAIR’s proposals in April.
- Pickren’s Call: Urges listeners to testify, email, and mobilize opposition.
“This is a David and Goliath moment for Texas...[but] the power is always with we the people. We just need to hear from we the people.”
— Dr. Julie Pickren (40:13)
- Contact Info:
- Email: julie.pickren@sboe.texas.gov
- Twitter/X: @Julie4TX
- Website: juliepickren.com
7. Wider Geopolitical Context: Straits of Hormuz & Middle East Tensions
While not the main focus, the episode ends with a quick assessment of U.S. military activity in Iran (strikes, threats to close the Straits of Hormuz), concerns over moves among Gulf allies, and a warning about U.S. defensive resources being reallocated from the Indo-Pacific.
“Sending...Thaad missile defense systems from South Korea to the Middle East…worries Indo Pacom, because those assets are precious...the likelihood of aggression from North Korea or Communist China increases.”
— Dr. Thayer (47:40)
Notable Quotes (with Timestamps)
- "This is the primal scream of a dying regime."
— Steve Bannon (00:12) - "Ask yourself, what is my task and what is my purpose?"
— Steve Bannon (00:44) - "I want you to repeat that...1.5 million are living back in mainland China. They're Manchurian voters..."
— Jack Posobiec (05:18) - "If millions must go, then millions must go."
— Mike Howell (16:57) - "They want a rewrite of U.S. and Texas history so they can indoctrinate our children to have a favorable opinion of radical Islam."
— Dr. Julie Pickren (21:05) - "That's not going to work for the great state of Texas...they're going to hit this red, white, and blue wall."
— Dr. Julie Pickren (32:13) - "Dr. Pickering is outstanding...support her 100%."
— Dr. Thayer (50:32) - "Are you going to kowtow to them, or are you going to take a stand now? Because it's right now."
— Jack Posobiec (43:53)
Important Segment Timestamps
- Proposition 10, CAIR, and Texas Education: 01:03–04:13
- Birthright Citizenship & Foreign Influence Hearing: 04:13–10:45
- Mass Deportation Coalition—Politics & Strategy: 12:28–20:18
- CAIR’s Demands to Texas School Board (Dr. Pickren): 21:05–25:42
- Analysis of CAIR Letter & Call to Action: 32:13–42:47
- Geopolitical/Military Analysis: 44:52–51:03
- Contact & Next Steps for School Board Activism: 41:17–43:16
Summary
This charged episode of War Room spotlights what panelists call “the Islamification” of Texas education as a microcosm of broader national culture wars. The conversation covers legal efforts to curb Sharia law, the controversy around birthright citizenship and voter eligibility, organizing for mass deportations, and frames the Texas State Board of Education dispute as the frontline against “indoctrination” by radical Islam. The show is a rallying call for grassroots conservative activism, with repeated appeals for listeners to participate directly in April’s decisive school board meeting.