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Texas AG Investigates School Districts Over Student Immigration Protests
Probes launched into North East ISD, Dallas ISD, and Manor ISD following student walkouts
Published on Feb. 18, 2026
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched investigations into three major school districts - North East ISD in San Antonio, Dallas ISD, and Manor ISD - following student protests concerning immigration enforcement. The probes center on allegations that school officials facilitated the demonstrations, potentially compromising student safety and disrupting classroom learning.
Why it matters
These investigations signal a potential escalation in the debate over student activism and the role of schools in political expression. They could lead to increased scrutiny of student protests, policy revisions, legal battles, and heightened political polarization within communities.
The details
The investigations stem from widespread student walkouts earlier this year, part of a national movement protesting immigration enforcement practices. State leaders have responded with a firm stance, with Governor Greg Abbott indicating that districts could face funding cuts and students involved in unlawful activities could be subject to arrest. Attorney General Paxton's office has requested a comprehensive set of records from the three districts, including policies on student exit, excused absences, security protocols, and internal communications related to the protests.
- Student walkouts occurred earlier this year as part of a national movement protesting immigration enforcement practices.
- Attorney General Paxton launched the investigations in February 2026.
The players
Ken Paxton
The Attorney General of Texas who has launched investigations into the school districts.
Greg Abbott
The Governor of Texas who has indicated that districts could face funding cuts and students involved in unlawful activities could be subject to arrest.
North East ISD
A major school district in San Antonio that is under investigation.
Dallas ISD
The second-largest school district in Texas that is under investigation.
Manor ISD
A school district in Texas that is under investigation.
What they’re saying
“I will not allow Texas schools to become breeding grounds for the radical Left's open borders agenda.”
— Ken Paxton, Attorney General of Texas (newsy-today.com)
What’s next
The investigations will assess whether public funds were misused and if any laws were violated. The Texas Education Agency has warned that districts found to have supported the walkouts could experience state intervention.
The takeaway
These investigations highlight the growing tension between student activism and government oversight, raising questions about the balance between student free speech rights and school safety concerns. The outcome could set precedents for how schools navigate politically-charged student protests in the future.
