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Indian-American lawmakers flay Frisco flag burning as xenophobic act
Congressmembers Raja Krishnamoorthi, Ami Bera, Pramila Jayapal, Ro Khanna, Shri Thanedar and Suhas Subramanyam issued a joint statement condemning the incident.
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Jeffin T. Kaleekal - Tue, 16, Jun 2026
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(Top L-R) Pramila Jayapal, Suhas Subramanyam, Ro Khanna. (Bottom L-R) Ami Bera, Raja Krishnamoorthi, Shri Thanedar / File Photo
The Samosa Caucus united in condemnation of the Frisco Indian flag-burning incident, describing it as an act that fuels anti-Indian violence and xenophobia, on June 15.
Earlier this month, a video showing a man tearing an Indian flag outside Frisco City Hall in Texas during an anti-immigration protest sparked outrage online.
The footage shows the man, identified as Texas resident Clayton Walker, ripping the tricolor while demonstrators cheered and chanted anti-India slogans. Protesters described the gathering as opposition to what they called an "Indian immigration invasion" in Texas.
Congressmembers Raja Krishnamoorthi, Ami Bera, Pramila Jayapal, Ro Khanna, Shri Thanedar and Suhas Subramanyam, all six Indian American members of the U.S. Congress, issued a joint statement condemning the incident.
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The lawmakers expressed solidarity with the Indian American community in Frisco and across the United States, noting that everyone deserves to live with dignity and safety, free from fear, harassment and discrimination.
The lawmakers also weighed the incident against the constitutional right to free speech and said, "We strongly support the constitutional right to freedom of expression for all Americans. At the same time, we condemn the tearing of an Indian flag outside Frisco City Hall alongside hateful anti-India rhetoric, which continues to fuel anti-Indian violence and xenophobia."
They further said, "Acts of hate and intimidation targeting any community are unacceptable and have no place in our country."
Expressing condemnation of the rising anti-India and anti-Indian American rhetoric, the Samosa Caucus highlighted that the Indian American community is an "important part of our nation," noting that the community deserves to feel safe and respected.
They further said, "As Indian Americans and South Asian Americans face harassment, xenophobia and hateful rhetoric, leaders must speak clearly: Hate targeting any community cannot be tolerated or ignored."
Congressman Shri Thanedar had previously expressed his condemnation of the incident, calling it a "disgusting act of hate." He also reiterated his support for the Indian American community.
In a statement released on social media, Thanedar remarked, "Immigrants make our country stronger. Indian Americans, and the incredible talent they bring to every field, have a special place in the American story."
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