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In Harris County judge runoff, a Democratic upset underscores voters’ desire for new blood

Former Houston City Council member Letitia Plummer defeated longtime local politician Annise Parker to win the Democratic nomination for Harris County judge in what political experts say might be a sign of the changing of the guard.

The Texas Tribune

Former Houston Mayor Annise Parker announces run for Lina Hidalgo’s seat atop Harris County government

If Hidalgo decides to seek another term, she and Parker would face off in the March 2026 Democratic primary.

The Texas Tribune

At the Races: Border battle fallout - Roll Call

The CQ Roll Call newsroom tracks campaigns nationwide, sharing the best stories with some extras, in the At the Races newsletter.

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Nashville elects Tennessee’s first openly transgender politician

Olivia Hill, 57, a military veteran, joins the Nashville city council in historic election

The Guardian - US

A Courtroom Drama About Feeding Unhoused Houstonians

The Observer follows volunteers fighting against Bayou City's anti-food sharing ordinance, despite the legal consequences.

Texas Observer

‘Rainbow wave’ of openly trans and LGBTQ candidates makes history in midterms wins

Openly transgender people won elections in unexpected areas across the U.S. in what one organization is calling a “rainbow wave.”

Tribune News Service

Lawmakers in 16 states to introduce ‘trans refuge’ laws aimed at shielding trans kids from penalties when seeking gender-affirming care

Lawmakers in more than a dozen states have announced plans to introduce “trans refuge laws” in an effort to counterbalance a growing number of laws targeting transgender youth and their families across the country.

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Democrats in states across US seek to offer legal refuge to trans youth

Effort by state legislators follows California’s lead in responding to wave of Republican laws targeting transgender kids and families

The Guardian - US

Lawmakers in 18 states plan refuge bills for trans youth

Democratic lawmakers in 18 states are following California’s lead in seeking to offer legal refuge to displaced transgender youth and their families

The Independent UK

Anti-LGBTQ laws inspire many LGBTQ people to seek public office

The avalanche of anti-LGBTQ laws before state legislatures this year is inspiring LGBTQ candidates to seek office. This is even happening in smaller cities and rural parts of the U.S.

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