Texas Gov. Abbott Warns of Possible Iranian Terrorist ‘Sleeper Cells’ in His State

Texas Gov. Abbott Warns of Possible Iranian Terrorist ‘Sleeper Cells’ in His State

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott speaks during a news conference in the State Capitol in Austin on Aug. 15, 2025. Brandon Bell/Getty Images

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday suggested there could be Iranian “sleeper cells” in the state. His comments came after a man opened fire over the weekend at an Austin bar, leaving three dead and more injured.

“We made clear to the public that the state of Texas is taking seriously the possibility of terrorist activity, lone wolf, lone wolf activity,” Abbott, a Republican, told Fox Business’s “Mornings with Maria” on Monday.

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Original News Source Link – Epoch Times