Texas AG Paxton Investigates Plano ISD Over Antisemitism Allegations

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into the Plano Independent School District (PISD) over allegations of widespread antisemitism and anti-Israel rhetoric in classrooms, including reports of biased pro-Palestinian materials and school-sanctioned walkouts with excused absences. Paxton's inquiry demands detailed documentation from PISD on protest policies, disciplinary actions, and investigations related to antisemitism and anti-Israel behavior by students and staff. He emphasized that any teacher or administrator facilitating radical anti-Israel rhetoric should be immediately dismissed and expressed solidarity with the Jewish community. Complaints from parents about antisemitic incidents have reportedly been ignored or inadequately addressed by school and city officials. PISD officials deny negligence, asserting their commitment to transparency and maintaining safe, respectful schools, while some local politicians have called for decisive action against antisemitism. The investigation coincides with the approach of the second anniversary of the October 7 terrorist attack in Israel, highlighting heightened sensitivity around these issues in Texas schools.