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Term-limited Houston councilmen vie for city controller: 'It tells the public what's going on at city hall when it comes to their taxes and their finances'
By John Suayan | Jan 6, 2023
Longtime Houston City Councilmembers Dave Martin and Michael Kubosh are prohibited by law to seek new terms at the horseshoe, but both men hope to continue to work with the 17-member body as the next city controller.
TSU's Adams on upcoming Houston mayoral election: 'We have an impressive field so far'
By John Suayan | Jan 4, 2023
In about 10 months, registered voters in the City of Houston will head to the polls to elect a successor to the term-limited incumbent mayor, Sylvester Turner.
Scott: 'Election audit demonstrates how Texas' measures can and should be used'
By John Suayan | Dec 21, 2022
The Texas Secretary of State's Office (SOS) has published the second and last phase of the agency’s full forensic audit on Monday of the results from the 2020 general election, a press release said.
Ex-Weber primary opponent arrested, charged with threatening lawmaker: 'We are aware of the situation and appreciate law enforcement's involvement'
By John Suayan | Dec 14, 2022
A former primary opponent of U.S. Rep. Randy Weber (R-Friendswood) has been accused by federal authorities of threatening the Houston-area lawmaker’s life, Houston-based media outlets reported.
LULAC lawsuit challenges Houston's at-large system: 'We're working on this because of the lack of representation at city hall'
By John Suayan | Dec 7, 2022
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) alleges in a federal lawsuit that the Houston City Council is devoid of Hispanic representation, per reports from Houston-based media outlets.
Siegel to county commissioners: 'It's time to stop hiding behind your position and stand up for the voters in Harris County'
By John Suayan | Nov 23, 2022
Harris County leaders certified the results from the Nov. 8 election on Tuesday, according to reports from Houston-based media outlets.
Cruz on bid for third term: 'I'm focused on the battles in the U.S. Senate'
By John Suayan | Nov 21, 2022
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) announced his intentions to seek a third term in two years on Saturday, per a report from The Texas Tribune.
Ogg: 'Free and fair elections are the bedrock of our democracy'
By John Suayan | Nov 16, 2022
Harris County’s purported Election Day woes have prompted the Harris County District Attorney’s (DA) Office to launch an investigation, per Houston-based media outlets.
Abbott calls for investigation of Harris County Elections
By Press Release | Nov 15, 2022
Governor Greg Abbott today called for an investigation into the widespread problems with Harris County's elections last Tuesday. Voters in Harris County were frustrated by confusion and delays including missing keys, insufficient paper ballots in Republican precincts, staffing problems, and more.
Abbott on alleged election improprieties in Harris County: 'A thorough investigation is warranted'
By John Suayan | Nov 15, 2022
Gov. Greg Abbott requested an investigation on Monday into what he alleges are widespread problems in Harris County during the general election earlier this month, per a press release issued by the Office of the Texas Governor.
Tatum on Election Day woes: 'Did we misallocate? That’s what I have to assess'
By John Suayan | Nov 10, 2022
Election Day in Harris County was not without a host of problems, yet the county’s elections administrator is supposedly mum as to why they occurred, Houston-based media outlets reported.
Mealer concedes Harris County judge race: 'Thank you to all those who supported our campaign for good governance'
By John Suayan | Nov 9, 2022
Incumbent Democratic Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has edged out Republican challenger Alexandra del Moral Mealer to win a second term, per Houston-based media outlets.
Patrick wins rematch with Collier: 'The other side does not line up with the values of West Texas, Central Texas and rural Texas'
By John Suayan | Nov 9, 2022
Incumbent Republican Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick emerged the victor on Tuesday of the rematch between him and Democratic challenger Mike Collier.
Abbott on reelection to third term: 'Texans sent a very resounding message'
By John Suayan | Nov 9, 2022
Incumbent Republican Gov. Greg Abbott easily secured reelection on Tuesday by amassing 55% of the vote to defeat Democratic challenger Beto O’Rourke.
Menefee on election observers: 'You will be safe and your vote will be counted'
By John Suayan | Nov 8, 2022
As Harris County registered voters cast their ballots on Tuesday, federal election observers are keeping tabs for possible federal voting rights violations, per reports from Houston-based media outlets.
FLOTUS during Houston visit: 'Every single vote counts'
By John Suayan | Nov 7, 2022
First Lady Dr. Jill Biden encouraged Houstonians who haven’t cast their ballots to head to the polls on Tuesday, according to a report from Houston ABC affiliate KTRK.
TSU professor: 'The outcome of this election will depend on which party has the best infrastructure'
By John Suayan | Nov 7, 2022
Early voting in the 2022 general election concluded on Friday ahead of Tuesday’s big day, with figures from the Secretary of State’s (SOS) Office revealing lower voter turnout among blocks considered key for Democrats in predominantly red Texas, per a report from Houston ABC affiliate KTRK.
Tatum: 'We have prepared for this election'
By John Suayan | Oct 26, 2022
With about two weeks before next month’s races, Harris County election officials have assured the State of Texas that they have a plan to prevent a repeat of issues that occurred in the 2020 general election, Houston NBC affiliate KPRC reported.
Cruz to 'The View' on legitimacy of 2020 WH race: 'You don’t do it to Hillary Clinton'
By John Suayan | Oct 25, 2022
Texas’ junior U.S. senator appeared on a nationally televised talk show on Monday, maintaining that President Joe Biden’s victory in the 2020 general election is illegitimate, a Texas Tribune report said.
Paxton on formation of 2022 General Election Integrity Team: 'The foundation of our constitutional republic is a secure and transparent ballot'
By John Suayan | Oct 25, 2022
Attorney General (AG) Ken Paxton announced the creation of a body to ensure election integrity throughout the State of Texas on Monday, according to a press release issued by the Office of the Attorney General (OAG).