Maureen Galindo’s ‘Zionists’ comments, explained

Democratic leaders accused Maureen Galindo of antisemitism and are trying to stop her from winning the party’s primary in a contested U.S. House district.

1. Frame 1Texas Democrats try to stop Maureen Galindo before Tuesday's runoff in the San Antonio-area 35th District.
2. Frame 2Party leaders accuse Galindo of antisemitic rhetoric after she topped the March 3 primary with 29%; Johnny Garcia had 27%.
3. Frame 3The district was redrawn by Texas Republicans, making the Democratic nominee a midterm liability or opportunity.
4. Frame 4Galindo faces criticism over campaign comments about imprisoning American Zionists at the Karnes ICE facility.
5. Frame 5Jeffries and DelBene accused Republicans of propping her up; the NRCC criticized Democrats but did not address the PAC claim.
6. Frame 6Tuesday's runoff decides whether Democrats nominate Garcia or carry Galindo's rhetoric into a seat they still hope can compete.