A planned large-scale development in rural Kaufman County, Texas, has been scrapped, and Attorney General Ken Paxton (R-TX) is taking credit for it.
The project, proposed by SEE Holding, a Dubai-based development company operating through a U.S. subsidiary, had drawn intense scrutiny since early 2026.
The company, in partnership with Kaufman Solar LLC, had been working to purchase thousands of acres near Kaufman, Texas, with plans to build what it described as a "sustainable city" capable of housing up to 20,000 residents, many of whom were expected to be foreign nationals.
That description alarmed local residents and caught the attention of Paxton's office.
Critics raised concerns about national security, the strain such a population influx could place on the local water supply, and the possibility that the community might operate outside standard Texas law.
Previous Investigation
AG Paxton's office labeled it a potentially unlawful "sharia city" and launched a formal investigation in February.
As part of that investigation, Paxton's office sent Requests to Examine to the developers, demanding detailed information on their plans, land purchases, communications with local government officials, and the nature of the relationship between the two companies.
The companies did not publicly respond at the time.
Now, Congressman Lance Gooden (R-TX) has confirmed that the developers have abandoned their plans for the Kaufman County site entirely.
Paxton's Office
Paxton framed the outcome as a clear win.
"I am glad to see that the developers of this 'sharia city' in Kaufman County have ceased their operations following my office's investigation," he commented. "Because of the risks posed by the infiltration of sharia law into Texas, my office will work tirelessly to end any illegal scheme that seeks to subvert the Constitution and disrupt the American way of life."
It remains unclear why the developers ultimately walked away, whether Paxton's investigation was the deciding factor, or whether other considerations played a role.
SEE Holding has not issued a public statement explaining the decision.
Paxton has signaled his office will remain on alert for similar projects. "My office will continue to investigate any potential threat to the safety and well-being of Texans," he concluded.
