Fort Worth principal pick faces backlash, investigation over social media posts defending Sharia law
A newly appointed principal in Fort Worth is facing backlash due to past social media posts that defend Sharia law and support progressive movements. The Fort Worth Independent School District is conducting an investigation into the matter following public outcry. Critics, including a State Board of Education member, are calling for accountability regarding the principal's actions and the district's oversight.
- ▪Shayma Alzubi was selected as the principal of Western Hills High School in Fort Worth.
- ▪Her past social media posts, which include support for Sharia law and Black Lives Matter, have resurfaced and sparked controversy.
- ▪State Board of Education member Julie Pickren has called for an investigation into Alzubi and the district's governance.
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Media Fort Worth principal pick faces backlash, investigation over social media posts defending Sharia law Screenshots also show posts supporting Black Lives Matter and declaring 'Jerusalem is the capital of Palestine' By Rachel del Guidice Fox News Published May 27, 2026 8:00pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video A dangerous ideology has been embedded: Asra Nomani ‘Woke Army’ author Asra Nomani and Defense of Freedom Institute Angela Morabito discusses the California professor put on leave over criticism of Hamas on ‘FOX News @ Night.’ NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A newly appointed Texas high school principal is facing backlash and a district investigation after her alleged past social media posts defending Sharia…
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