Its now being reported AZ Governor Katie Hobbs as well as several Maricopa County Supervisors may have accepted bribes from the Sinaloa cartel in the form of phony mortgages or deeds of trust. The Democratic Party candidates are Ron Campana, Steve Duble, Victor Lombrana, Sonia Lopez, Jonathan JP Preston and Chris Watson. Mouton: The power under the Constitution will always be in the people. The Coalition Por For Texas PAC has contributed $450,000 to the Texas Latino Conservatives PAC, which made donations in October to Morman and Jack Cagle, GOP candidates for Harris County Commissioners Court. I graduated with my JD from South Texas College of Law and received my LLM in International Law from University of Houston. Do you believe tenants should be evicted for nonpayment of rent during a pandemic? Roads have always been a major issue and remain to be. 1 most stressful city for workers in U.S.Change | Crosby ISD adopts 4-day school week, a first in Harris County. What is the role of the JP in trying to improve the justice system? Why or why not? Nowhere are the basic tenets of democracy more challenged than in the Justice Courts. Overseeing the watersheds and making sure they are functioning properly; working with engineers while using the strategies to allow us to perform better in bad weather. The lawsuits contesting the 2022 election results in Harris County are: Alexandra del Moral Mealer (R) v. Lina Hidalgo* (D) for Harris County Judge Nile Would you continue to implement any of the emergency measures after the pandemic? Why are you running? Louie Ditta, a Republican, is running for reelection. Vega: One thing that COVID[-19] has done for families here in Precinct 2 is push us to go outside. If elected, Mealer said she would meet with the countys law enforcement leaders within 30 days of taking office to identify where officers are most needed. Ditta is the only Republican Party candidate in the race. The use of video conferencing is long overdue. No, there are currently many resources now in place for both landlords and tenants alike before they arrive at the eviction process stage. Monday, April 19 Saturday, April 24: 7 AM 7 PM. The role of the JP is to be a community leader that understands the needs of the people and use their discretion for maximum community benefit. Manlove: The current direction of our local community is frightening, I have seen communism first hand in Cuba and Venezuela and how devastating it can be. Harris County Republican Party Chair Cindy Siegel indicated there could be more election contests to come. Your application must be submitted 30 days before the election date for you to be eligible to vote in that election. Filings have now returned to pre-pandemic levels, causing some crowded courtrooms despite continued concerns about COVID-19 spreading. CAGLE'S RACE: Harris County's redrawn maps mean longtime incumbent Cagle will have to fight to keep Precinct 4 seat. My experience as a community advocate and attorney have prepared me to serve our community in this capacity. He was previously a staff writer with the Dallas Observer and has written for Chicago's South Side Weekly and the Chicago Reader. Do you believe tenants should be evicted for nonpayment of rent during a pandemic? As a lower level court my role as a JP will be one of compassion, empathy, education, and to bring about a more in touch approach with the demographic of precinct 1. Watch: Astros SP Luis Garcia debuts new windup after rule changes, Oops! Dolores is on the founding team of Impact Hub Houston, a locally rooted, globally connected nonprofit organization working to make Houston a role model for how the world solves its most pressing issues. Incumbent Judge Angela Rodriguez, a Democrat, is running for reelection. We understand that," Evbagharu said. The largest contributor to Stop Houston Murders, the Judicial Fairness PAC, started in 2020 to support GOP candidates for the Texas Supreme Court. The Justice of the Peace Court can be the first and serve as the final experience for citizens within the justice system. Harris County Elections Administrator Clifford Tatum said in the report that the results of the investigation are "inconclusive" thus far. The Harris County Republican Party does not endorse any candidate in contested primary elections. The Harris County Republican Party may endorse candidates in contested non-partisan elections and general elections. Relevant experience matters. I believe judges should follow the law and abide by all emergency orders issued by the Governor. Morman: Making sure small businesses and members of public get accurate information and support.R. During this time I have developed methods to expedite dockets while providing the public with fairness and confidence in the system. I think we can have a more efficient process that will help to speed up case processing times. Do you believe tenants should be evicted for nonpayment of rent during a pandemic? Its objective is voting out Democratic judges, though its impact likely has extended to the county judge race, in which Republican Alexandra del Moral Mealer is challenging Democratic incumbent Lina Hidalgo. I understand the issues our community faces daily. Manlove: I would begin working on prevention more than reaction. More former Harris County GOP candidates move to overturn elections. For the latest and best from Chron, sign up for our daily newsletter here. It is imperative that the Justice of the Peace Courts enter the 21st century and use all available technology to provide the best and most efficient service to our community. "I'm disappointed to see another losing candidate challenging the results of their election. An immediate assessment of needs must be done to see what damage the incumbent Democrat has done. For example, Travis County JPs extended eviction protections through March of 2022, pausing eviction trials for unpaid rent for 30 days so renters can seek rental assistance, consult a pro bono attorney, and reach a settlement without the need for an eviction. Eviction petitions must be handled with transparency, compassion, and competence to uphold the law. It is the countys job to make sure resources continue to flow through the proper channels to reach our community. During the pandemic, JP courts have implemented a number of emergency procedures that changed the eviction process, like access to virtual hearings via Zoom/phone, allowing legal aid attorneys to provide assistance to tenants during court proceedings, and limiting the size of eviction dockets. A yard sign in Houston supporting the Stop Houston Murders PAC photographed on Nov. 3, 2022. That is about $97 million more than what those offices received in the countys most recent annual budget, though short of what Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, a Democrat, and other public safety leaders sought. Siegel's counterpart, Odus Evbagharu, chair of the Harris County Democratic Party, said a large real estate developer like Weekley could have a different motivation for contributing to county races. Incumbent Judge Lucia Bates, a Democrat, is running for reelection. It is entrusted for a certain defined purpose and for a certain limited period in order to form a perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote welfare, and ensure the blessings of liberty to ourselves. Meet the Republican Candidates September 29, 2022 Ive lived in Harris County for close to 35 years. In this case, Cross said, the GOP plan is likely aimed at turning out as many conservative voters as possible. JPs have to follow the law, but they should also do as much as they possibly can to extend eviction protections for renters. Community activist, Political and Business Consultant and mediator. These measures have improved the accessibility of the court, and I am strongly in favor of not only continuing but also expanding them. Do you believe tenants should be evicted for nonpayment of rent during a pandemic? I am running for Harris County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1, Place 2, because I want to usher in the new era into this JP court. I want to continue to serve this community by implementing creative ideas. The campaign received $375,000 from Vega Energy Partners president David Modesettand $100,000 from John McGill, owner of Don McGill Auto Group. No Democratic Party candidates filed to run. Laryssa Korduba, a Republican, is running for reelection. Previously, he worked as a digital producer for a television station in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and studied at Syracuse University's Newhouse School. "But we also know that in order to curtail crime, we've got to make quality of life investments. I will follow all guidelines and mandates concerning health and safety in public buildings. He argued that scrapping the elections administrator position simply would shift the cost to another department, as the county still would be required to hold elections. "We've got this small group of donors who are influencing not only the election outcomes but I would say the likely public policies that are created and implemented. We asked residents what questions they have for people running for justice of the peace and included some of those questions in a survey we sent to the candidates to learn more about their platforms. ", TEXAS VOTER GUIDE: Get info on the races, candidates and more in the 2022 midterms. Would you continue to implement any of the emergency measures after the pandemic? Public safety, good roads, quality of life enhancements like parks and programs for seniors, economic development, public health. Would you continue to implement any of the emergency measures after the pandemic? No Republican Party Biographical statement: Earlier this year, Republican Commissioners Jack Cagle and Tom Ramsey unveiled their own budget proposals that would have fully funded Gonzalezs request, along with an ask by District Attorney Kim Ogg for 125 new employees. Texas Attorney General candidates waiting on 10,000 mail-in ballots to be counted in Harris County The 6,000 Democratic and 4,000 Republican ballots are Would you continue to implement any of the emergency measures after the pandemic? "Several of them are considering election contests.". HARRIS COUNTY, Texas The race for Texas Attorney General was already heated. Harris County Republican Party chair Cindy Siegel said the shift in funding for county races indicates that running campaigns has gotten more expensive and donors are stepping up. After representing tenants facing retaliatory evictions in 2019 and 2020, I realized the need to rethink the role JP courts play. These procedures should have been implemented long before the pandemic because everyone deserves a more convenient courtroom experience and access to equitable legal representation. Jason: If the sheriffs office and [district attorney] dont hunt down these criminals and convict them then I will cut their budget 20%!J. These pandemic measures can continue to make our courts more accessible. During the pandemic, JP courts have implemented a number of emergency procedures that changed the eviction process, like access to virtual hearings via Zoom/phone, allowing legal aid attorneys to provide assistance to tenants during court proceedings, and limiting the size of eviction dockets. What is the role of the JP in trying to improve the justice system? I graduated from the University of Houston with a BBA. Precinct 2 contains many of the hardest hit areas from flooding, however, most of the flood resources are being used in other areas.What do you believe the county governments role should be in COVID-19 response?J. I would give law enforcement the tools and the budget in which they need to be able to do their job properly, while making sure the judges of Harris County perform their jobs to keep our streets and communities safe.D. The Democratic Party candidates are Dolores Lozano and Blair McClure. Im a husband and father. Do you believe tenants should be evicted for nonpayment of rent during a pandemic? How can JPs play a role in helping to reduce the number of nonpayment of rent evictions in their precinct? Biographical statement: Houston Public Media is supported with your gifts to the Houston Public Media Foundation and is licensed to the University of Houston. Abbott's school voucher pitch. By the end of the day, that number was up to 19, according to the Houston Chronicle's Matt deGrood and Jen Rice. Do you believe tenants should be evicted for nonpayment of rent during a pandemic? "The county will now have to spend substantial resources handling these contests, time that could instead be spent serving the people of Harris County, he added. Mouton: My inspiration in running for office has been wrapped up into a simple narrative: to give back to the arena that has given me so much. I served Harris County as a pastor for six years and through humanitarian aid for the last 10 years.D. Incumbent Judge Jeff Williams, a Republican, isnt running for reelection. I am running to reinvest in my community and bring humanity back into the courtroom. Harris County faces many challenges. Get highlights, trending news, and behind-the-scenes insights from Houston Public Media delivered to your inbox each week. 1. Manlove: Deferred maintenance is crippling our roads and infrastructure. Why or why not? WebWelcome to the Website of the Conservative Coalition of Harris County CCHC PAC encourages the public to vote for conservative candidates in the general election and Morman: Public safety, good roads, quality of life enhancements like parks and programs for seniors, economic development, public healthR. WebHarris County: Ben Saldana: Harris County Department of Education, Place 2: District: Name: Email: Website: Harris County: Danielle Dick: County Commissioner Precinct Morman: Restore the money defunded to law enforcement agencies; fully back law enforcement; unclog the courts; and push for sensible bond practices that keep families safe.R. My name is Ron Campana, and I am running for Justice of the Peace Precinct 1, Place 2. On HoustonChronicle.com: Comptrollers defunding accusation could cost Harris County law enforcement millions in budget increases. Where can I get a voter registration application? Since July 1, Mealer has raised $8.6 million and spent $8.2 million, unprecedented numbers in an election for Harris County judge. Jen Rice is a reporter for the Houston Chronicle covering Harris County government. People will not want to move here," she said. GOP candidate for Harris County Judge Alexandra del Moral Mealer at her watch party, held at the Mutiny Wine Room Tuesday, May 24, 2022 in Houston, TX. 5; Chris Daniel, former candidate for Harris County District Clerk. I have practiced law in Houston for more than 37 years, serving Texans in the areas of real estate law, business law, construction law, and government law. The JP should strive to eliminate confusion and provide information to help people make reasoned decisions before proceeding. Yes, I will continue to abide by all orders of the Texas Supreme Court and the CCA. There are still many roads that have been left unattended and still need major work.D. What is the role of the JP in trying to improve the justice system? Most notably, I am running to have working class people leave my courtroom better than when they left. Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, left, and Alexandra del Moral Mealer, a candidate for Harris County Judge, talk to members of the Houston Chronicle Editorial Board on Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, at the Houston Chronicle offices in Houston. ELECTION MAP: See if your Harris County neighborhood voted for Greg Abbott or Beto O'Rourke in the 2022 midterms. It could galvanize their base to oppose the mobilization that we may see among the Democrats with some other high-ranking issues, such as abortion, she said. The Democratic Party candidates are Luis Garza and Angela D. Rodriguez. Alexandra del Moral Mealer, the Republican nominee for Harris County judge, speaking at the press conference at the Harris County Deputies Organization in Houston. Alexandra del Moral Mealer appears to be the likely winner of the Republican nomination for Harris County judge, with 117 of 260 voting centers reporting election day results. No. "These election contests are frivolous attempts to overturn the votes of more than a million residents in the third largest county in the country," Menefee continued in the release. A Friday morning release from Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee's office named eight Harris County GOP candidates who lost their bids for office in November and filed paperwork to officially contest the outcomes of their elections. I am active in progressive politics, I've worked extensively on voter protection, and I've brought a strong social and racial justice lens to my programming work with Harris County Democratic Lawyers.