Attack? Assault? Former Mayor Confronted During McKinney City Council Meeting

Woman attending McKinney Council meeting unhappy with former Mayor's comments about proposed mosque expansion.

When former McKinney Mayor George Fuller gave his thoughts in support of a proposed mosque expansion at Tuesday’s City Council meeting, he expected boos. However, he likely did not expect a physical confrontation.

The meeting had a procedural vote on the ongoing plans for the expansion. The expansion was actually approved two years ago. This vote was to approve that the ongoing plans by the Muslim community continued to meet the minimum standards put forth by the city.

Several hundred people either did not understand that, or didn’t care. They showed up to voice their displeasure and their hope that somehow the council members would use this opportunity to vote it down.

Among those voicing their dissent were Congressman Keith Self and State Representative Keresa Richardson. The meeting lasted well into the evening, as person after person stood up and spoke either in favor or in opposition.

Fuller was one of the early speakers. During his talk he said, “Sadly, we live in a time when some have discovered that the easiest way to gain attention or win elections is not by offering solutions, but by manufacturing fear, dividing communities, demonizing neighbors, and turning misinformation into a political strategy.”

Fuller pointed out the McKinney Islamic Association has been a part of the community for 30 years. He pointed out that the proposal had already been approved, and that this also had to be approved if it met the specifications. When he finished, he faced the audience and threw up both hands as a majority of the crowd began booing. Fuller then walked to the exit. He was confronted by the woman. Photos and videos show he had to hold her back. No injuries have been reported.

The proposal was approved unanimously, 7-0.