articleA Texas political candidate has been arrested on charges of sending fake hate messages to himself on social media. Taral Patel, the Democratic candidate for Fort Bend Precinct 3 Commissioner, was arrested by Texas Rangers and is being charged with Online Impersonation and Misrepresentation of Identity. Authorities allege that Patel spent months sending a stream of racist and derogatory comments to himself, impersonating a supporter of incumbent Republican Commissioner Andy Meyers. Fort Bend County Republican Party Chairman Bobby Eberle released a statement reacting to Patel's arrest, calling the situation "deeply concerning." "This is not a partisan issue, and the good people of Fort Bend County should be able to trust that when allegations are made, they are sincere."

Source: Fox News June 17, 2024 01:21 UTC