Access to additional free ALM publications, 1 free article* across the ALM subscription network every 30 days, Exclusive discounts on ALM events and publications. Texas Republicans made Hidalgo a top target after she was elected. And weve increased, and will continue to increase, the ranks of detention officers to reduce strain on current jail staff. Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, left, and Alexandra del Moral Mealer, Hidalgos opponent, talk to members of the Houston Chronicle editorial board on Sept. 29. criminal indictment of three Hidalgo staffers, a common practice among county commissioners, the effect on violent crime is less clear. Family violence increased. Website: www.oscargonzalesforharriscountyjudge.com Contact information: 713-208-5721 Warren A. Howell Experience: manager and owner of businesses for over 50 years in construction, manufacturing,. Hillary Clinton and Biden both won there by wider margins, as did Beto ORourke when he challenged U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz in 2018. For updates on this story, follow Tom Abrahams on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Meanwhile in Fort Bend County, incumbent KP George has narrowly won his reelection bid against former constable Trever Nehls. Thats what I believe we need to be moving toward. And so I think it makes it really hard to argue that its due to any one person or one partys policies.. Dave Grohl cooks barbecue for hundreds at shelter, Chocolate peanut butter cups recalled nationwide, Republicans vow to block Biden FAA pick as Democrats, MLB could take over broadcasting of Astros, others, Star-studded lineup set for March Madness Music Festival, Buydowns can lower mortgage rates. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. Mealer sent a social media post conceding the race on Wednesday morning. Since leaving office, Olsen has practiced as a visiting statutory probate judge, a mediator and an arbitrator. Like nearly every major U.S. metropolitan area, the Houston region saw a surge of violent crime, particularly homicides, amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Prior to joining CI, Rachel graduated from Rice University in 2020 and worked as a freelance reporter. Nehls, the twin brother of Rep. If you'd like to sign up now, fill out the form below and we will add you as soon as we finish the transition. Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar in August accused county officials of violating a new state law aimed at discouraging local elected officials from cutting police spending when they ended a policy allowing county constables to roll over unspent funds to the next years budget. The Commissioners Court also approves the budget and sets the tax rate for the hospital district, which is charged with the responsibility for providing acute medical care for citizens who otherwise would not receive adequate medical services. Jones says one reason for Mealer's surge is the top issue. While my colleagues and I sometimes disagree, we share the common goal of providing the best services and outcomes for all residents. Hegar's office has backed off for now. Democrat Erica Davis announced her run for Harris County Judge, joining 11 other challengers in the race to unseat Lina Hidalgo. HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- As early voting began Monday, a new poll revealed how tight the race is for Harris County judge. Get highlights, trending news, and behind-the-scenes insights from Houston Public Media delivered to your inbox each week. The industry-leading media platform offering competitive intelligence to prepare for today and anticipate opportunities for future success. Submit application to: Disclosure: Texans for Lawsuit Reform and the University of Houston have been financial supporters of The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan news organization that is funded in part by donations from members, foundations and corporate sponsors. Lina Hidalgo (D) is running for Harris County Judge. Terri Schultz, an assistant district attorney, is running for Butler County Common Pleas Court judge. Hammering the 31-year-old incumbent over the countys high number of homicides and the criminal indictment of three Hidalgo staffers, Republican Alexandra del Moral Mealer has mounted a robust challenge against Hidalgo prompting GOP donors to open their wallets for the chance to halt Hidalgos political career and retake the seat they lost in 2018. "I think it's very political and it's basically split among the parties," Bunin said. Continuing to strengthen our flood resilience and our disaster preparedness. "Anyone can spend money,' Mealer said. HOUSTON (KIAH) Two very close local races for county judges both went towards the Democrats, including a tight race for Harris County Judge. Alexandra Mealer for Harris County Judge Hispanic Wife/Mother Combat Veteran West Point Harvard JD/MBA I was privileged to serve with Captain Mealer in Fort Campbell, KY and Afghanistan. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Mealer has outspent Hidalgo by more than 2 to 1, nearly $3.5 million to Hidalgos $1.4 million including on television and radio ads like the Mattress Mack ad and another commercial in which she appears with relatives of homicide victims. New numbers show the race between Lina Hidalgo and Alexandra Mealer is extremely tight. Trever Nehls declined to give an interview before the primary. Jason Cox, the one-term judge presiding over Harris County Probate Court 3, will have to defeat Republican candidate Rory Olsen a second time to hold onto the seat. She practiced family law and juvenile law and . If re-elected, Ill continue to see the bond projects through as fast as possible, while asking honestly, What will it take for Harris County to be truly flood resilient? And, Ill get it done. Ive steered Harris County through a winter storm, chemical fires, floods, hurricanes and COVID[-19]. Thats scary to me, thats scary to me win or lose, Hidalgo said. Harris County Judge's race is a "Statistical Dead Heat". Mealer says the money is in the wrong place. HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo's political future is on the line for 2022. Texas Molecular, the company contracted to dispose of the wastewater, informed Judge Lina Hidalgo Thursday that the first shipments had arrived by truck around Wednesday, February 15. Its not where we need to be, but what were doing is working, Hidalgo said. 3. Harris County votes still being . This case was filed in Martin County Florida Courts, Martin County Courthouse located in Martin, Florida. Lina - you raised your hand and said you wanted to lead this County, stop talking to your national donors and get up on stage with me and defend your policies to the voters of Harris County., RELATED: Public safety a top priority in race for Harris County judge. Mealer, however, doesnt see a need to weigh in. 2023 Criminal Court Policies (Appearances, Resets, Pleas, ZOOM links), Southern District of Texas (Houston Division), Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association (HCCLA), PDO (FREE CLE): How to Break Down the Complex Science for the Lawyer. But the scandal has given Republicans an opening to clobber Hidalgo who has often touted her ethical bona fides such as not taking campaign contributions from donors who do business with the county, a common practice among county commissioners. With early voting underway, Jones says the poll shows just how important voting is. Democratic Primary: Beth Payan, Paula Knippa, Rosa Lopez Theofanis Run for Judge of 3rd . Terri Schultz. A recent Hobby School survey found that among white, Hispanic, and black voters, among women and men, Crime and Public Safety is across the board a consistent a top three issue in 2022. We anticipated our race would be close, especially given the millions of dollars poured into our far-right opponent's campaign from known extremists, election deniers, anti-voting rights leaders, and developers eager to roll back regulations that help stop flooding to make a profit at our expense. there are two men on the ballot running for Fort Bend County Judge. Michelle Homer 3/1/2022. But Mealer faces a tough climb in whats expected to be a tight race for the countys top position. I frankly view all of this as a distraction from the actual county judge position, Mealer said. She assumed office on January 1, 2019. As of 9:20 a.m. Wednesday with 100% of the precincts reporting, Hidalgo, the Democrat, leads Mealer by just under 16,000 votes. It has been called Dr. Seuss Day because of this. Our second option allows you to build your bundle and strategically select the content that pertains to your needs. Women, Influence & Power in Law UK Awards honors women lawyers who have made a remarkable difference in the legal profession. Debevoise Is Ready, Proskauer Lands Cooley Strategy Leader in New C-Suite Role. Looking at the county's data, we found that while the criminal court backlog is getting better post-Hurricane Harvey and post-pandemic, it's still part of a greater problem with criminal justice. "That is a key priority," Hidalgo said. According to data from the Texas Department of Public Safety, the number of violent crimes in Harris County fell 12% during the first nine months of this year compared with the same period last year. The next year saw homicides grow at a slower pace about 12% to 633 homicides. Hidalgo, meanwhile, had a larger pool of donors but raised less than a third of Mealers haul from July through September about $1.5 million. Harris County Republican Party | 8588 Katy Freeway, Suite 445 Houston, TX 77024 | (713) 838-7900 Business hours | 10 am - 4 pm Monday through Friday Though experts in policing tend to agree that increasing the presence of police officers generally results in lower crime rates, the effect on violent crime is less clear. Before, flood projects too often left very impacted but less wealthy communities behind. Four years after she unexpectedly ousted a well-liked Republican to lead the nations third-most-populous county, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is in a pitched reelection battle against a well-funded Republican opponent imperiling her partys hopes that the Democratic superstar could one day ascend to statewide office. Alexandra del Moral Mealer will face Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo in November Mealer, a 37-year-old former Army captain, garnered a little over 75% of the votes in the Republican Party. Austin, TX, February 8, 2022 With increasingly heated discussions over public safety and rising homicide rates, and a grand jury investigation over an $11 million vaccine outreach contract looming, multiple Democratic and Republican candidates have filed for a chance to challenge Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo in 2022.. Hidalgo faces five challengers in the Democratic primary, most . Its okay, you may agree you may disagree, but the democracy depends on participation, Hidalgo said. During a Thursday hearing before the Senate Elections and Municipal Oversight & Elections Joint Committee, the . RELATED: 1 week from early voting, crime and public safety are key issues as Election Day approaches, Mom of 2, stabbed 8 times, is making most of second chance at life, Mom's bond raised months after being charged with role in son's death, Mom's purse snatched while picking up child from daycare, police say. Texas Democrats Thrash Republicans in 2022 Midterm Election, Law.com Editors and Analysts Offer Top Trends to Watch for 2023. Mealer has said she would pay for the additional officers with a combination of budget cuts and federal stimulus dollars, though she hasnt released a detailed plan. It's zero.". said, explaining why she'd decided to run again in 2022. ABC13 also heard from the Mealer campaign who said they were not surprised at parts of the new poll: "As early voting gets underway, the new University of Houston - Hobby School of Public Affairs poll is solid confirmation that residents want new leadership in Harris County. The Commissioners Court sets the County tax rate, adopts the budget, appoints boards and commissions, approves grants and personnel actions, and oversees the administration of county government. Tags chemical disaster Deer Park East Palestine train derailment Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo hazardous waste Texas Molecular. Constables. A longtime county resident, Schultz said she began her legal career in the county in 1991 after receiving her law degree and master's degree in English from Duquesne University. the Musical comes to Hobby Center, Man connected to Leslie Obis death arrested, HPD, Fight leads to a man being shot in west Houston,, HPD arrests man accused of 2 shootings at same house, Jokic has 100th triple-double; Nuggets down Rockets, Crosby ISD to go to four-day school weeks, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. We made developers follow the strictest water detention standards so that as the county grows it doesnt flood more. Her current term ends on December 31, 2026. Incumbent Judge Lina Hidalgo is running for re-election after securing a historic - and surprising - win in 2018. Thats why I think there is this feeling that This is it.. The Arizona Legislature's Senate Elections Committee and House Municipal Oversight & Elections Committee held a joint hearing on Thursday featuring testimony from several people involved in researching the voter disenfranchisement that occurred in 2020 and 2022. We need to put everything we can into working through this backlog and getting the criminal justice system functioning.. She won in the general election on November 8, 2022. Luong then practiced law with two civil trial law firms in Houston. Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association. Andrew Schneider is the senior reporter for politics and government at Houston Public Media, NPR's affiliate station in Houston, Texas. On 07/27/2022 LEONARD, LEWIS filed a Property - Residential Eviction lawsuit against HARRIS, SHARONDA. Nov 14, 2021 - Dec 14, 2021 . Harris County 185th Criminal District Court Judge: incumbent Jason Luong and challengers Andrea Beall and Kate Ferrell. Although she spends most of her weekends outside of Harris County, namely to fundraise in D.C., she is not running for national office, and she is not running against Trump. Recognizing innovation in the legal technology sector for working on precedent-setting, game-changing projects and initiatives. As county judge, I will support using toll road dollars to maintain and expand our roadway system and advocate for partnership funding. Chris Carmona for District Judge, 185th Judicial District Chris Carmona received his law degree from South Texas College of Law in Houston and has been successfully practicing multiple areas of law for 12 years. The number one network in cable, FNC has been the most-watched television news channel for 18 consecutive years. She is running against a wife, mom, combat veteran, Hispanic, West Pointer and Harvard JD/MBA that she routinely disrespects by name calling, photoshopping and intentionally misquoting. When I launched my campaign in November of 2021, public safety was my top priority. To tackle this unprecedented rise in crime there is a funding element and a legal element. https://www.law.com/texaslawyer/2022/10/14/harris-county-judge-jason-cox-to-face-2nd-challenge-from-former-judge-rory-olsen-in-probate-court-3/. To those who are skeptical about my ability to execute my campaign promises, I would just say that if you think I am moving fast on the campaign trail, imagine how fast I can run once in office with a full team behind me," Alexandra Mealer statement on new poll said. It is a complex issue with no easy solution, but as we get closer to going to the polls, there is no doubt, based on recent surveys and polling, that crime and public safety will be a factor in how Harris County voters cast their ballots. The race pins current Democratic County JudgeLina Hidalgo against Alex Mealer, a Republican endorsed by Senator Ted Cruz. She's facing challengers from within her own party, and a crowded GOP field.. Hidalgo, in turn, has attacked Mealer for not publicly taking a position on the states blanket ban on abortions in the wake of the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade earlier year. Keeping Harris County safe: from natural disasters, from crime, and from any other threat to our health and well-being. Hidalgo and her fellow Democrats have accused the Republicans of defunding law enforcement by blocking a proposed $123 million increase in public safety spending. The biggest issue facing Harris County is the lawlessness that has been allowed to fester. Chris Watson. Someone running on lets purge the rolls and 'I dont believe Trump lost.' P.C. And the big absence is how many constables have you added? All Rights Reserved. We shifted to a "worst first" model. It's unprecedented that after starting as an unknown, in just seven months of general election campaigning, Lina and I are in a dead heat. The Democratic Party candidates are Ron Campana, Steve Duble, Victor Lombrana, Sonia Lopez, Jonathan JP Preston and Chris Watson. Greg Abbott when he took the authority to enact pandemic restrictions away from local officials, unsuccessfully pleading with Abbott to take stronger action as COVID patients overwhelmed many Houston hospitals. To Emmett, Hidalgos focus on abortion policies which county governments have little influence over is an attempt to avoid debate on the countys handling of violent crime on her watch. ABC13 reached out to both candidates about Monday's poll. That backlog sat at 41,344 pending criminal cases as of September, down from a height of about 54,000 during summer 2021, according to county court records. Courtesy Erica Davis, a Democrat running for Harris. Democrats also look to be winners in the two county commissioner seats as well, as incumbent Adrian Garcia leads former commissioner Jack Morman 52.6% (105,653) to 47.4% (95,363) in the Precinct 2 commissioners race, while Lesley Briones defeats Republican incumbent Jack Cagle 51.6% (121,391) to 48.4% (113,774). He also reports on major policy issues before the Texas Legislature and county and city governments Let the Houston Public Media newsroom help you start your day. Its much broader, its national. Why are you running for the role of county judge? document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. Three of Hidalgos staffers drew felony indictments in April on charges stemming from how they helped award an $11 million contract for a COVID-19 vaccine outreach campaign which Hidalgo later agreed to cancel to a political consulting firm headed by a Democratic strategist. Mealer sent a social media post conceding the race on Wednesday . In the time Ive been in office, weve been able to tackle issues that went unaddressed for too long, Hidalgo said in an interview. Mealer raised more than $4.9 million from July 1 to Sept. 29, according to her latest campaign finance report dwarfing the $301,000 that Emmett raised in a similar time frame during his unsuccessful 2018 reelection campaign. HARRIS COUNTY, Texas The race for Harris County Judge is one of the most closely watched races this cycle. Join others and make your gift to Houston Public Media today. County budget officials also are examining whether they can use county funds to provide contraception or transport pregnant people out of state should they need an abortion, she said. The number of homicides in Harris County grew to 566 in 2020 a 42% increase from the previous year, before COVID-19 hit. Harris County, Texas contains 60 judicial districts, four probate courts and one county court. Theres a feeling that were the firewall here in Harris County to make sure Texas doesnt go blue, said Cindy Siegel, Harris Countys Republican Party chair. George wins his second term as county judge after a big upset win in 2018. Through the efficient movement of people and goods, we can maintain the competitiveness of the Port of Houston 20% of Texas GDPand continue to attract families and businesses to Harris County. campaign spokesperson, Toni Harrison said. For more of The Ben Domenech Podcast: https://bit.ly/3SoYZkE. 1:42 PM Oct 11, 2022 CDT. In the Nov. 8. election, Judge Jason Cox of Harris County Probate Court 3 will face Republican candidate Rory Olsen, who was judge of the same court for several four-year terms. Eight percent of voters are still undecided. Law Offices of Gary Martin Hays & Associates Alex is the Real Deal. Shes pointing out a campaign platform thats since been deleted by Mealer, detailing her plans to clean voter rolls. Don't miss the crucial news and insights you need to make informed legal decisions. He was born in Port Arthur, Texas and has lived in Harris County for 38 years. HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- As early voting began Monday, a new poll revealed how tight the race is for Harris County judge. Appeals from the Southern District go to the United States Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit . I'm interested in running for this office. Rene Cross, executive director of the Hobby School of Public Affairs at the University of Houston, said Hidalgo is very popular among Democrats and very unpopular among Republicans. "I saw my neighborhood started to change," Mealer told ABC13. RELATED: Political experts believe the Chronicle's endorsement can be crucial in race for Harris County judge, "Our latest budget has $1.5 billion dollars toward crime," she said in late August. How will you balance meeting the countys infrastructure needs with ensuring the health and well-being of county residents? [1] The United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas has jurisdiction in Harris County. So shes running ads about abortion. The HCCLA logo is a registered trademark. She and other urban county judges enacted measures intended to slow the spread of the virus like mask mandates and occupancy restrictions in stores and restaurants drawing the ire of conservatives. The political environment looks a lot different this year than when Hidalgo, then a political unknown with no managerial experience, won a surprise victory against Ed Emmett, a Republican who was well liked by voters of both major parties. As early voting begins, a new poll shows how tight the race for Harris County judge is. Double your gift when you give by 6 p.m. Thursday. The process of keeping voter rolls updated for relocations and deaths is an ongoing effort that is a primary responsibility of the county," said Mealer. She was a hyper-competent officer with laser focus, a strong work ethic, and unimpeachable integrity. HARRIS COUNTY, Texas Democratic incumbent Judge Lina Hidalgo will serve another term as county judge for Texas' most populous county after Republican challenger Alexandra del Moral. If you use a windshield cover, you can at least forget about scrapping the ice off your windshield to save some time and hassle. Law.com Compass includes access to our exclusive industry reports, combining the unmatched expertise of our analyst team with ALMs deep bench of proprietary information to provide insights that cant be found anywhere else. No Republican Party candidates filed to run. And even before that, we'd been working as a commissioner's court to invest historic amounts of funding toward public safety.". Aaronson Rappaport Feinstein & Deutsch, LLP Is Pleased To Announce Patrick P. Mevs & Daniel W. Milstein Have Become Members Of The Firm. Harris County oversees the sheriffs department and the constables who provide law enforcement for some 2 million people living in unincorporated areas of the county as well as other criminal justice responsibilities like the jail, criminal courts and prosecutors. Harris County courthouse. "The county judge race is a great example of the axiom, every vote matters, because that's a race that may be decided by a handful of votes one way or another," Jones said. Find a complete list of them here. I think more likely than not she will prevail, but its not a guarantee by any stretch of the imagination.. Among Mealers top donors are Richard Weekley and Alan Hassenflu, real estate developers and co-founders of Texans for Lawsuit Reform, who contributed $400,000 and $350,000, respectively. Incumbent Lina Hidalgo held off a tough challenge from Alexandra del Moral Mealer to win a second term as Harris County Judge. Is Pleased to Announce Patrick P. Mevs & Daniel W. Milstein have Members! 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