Houston Matters

Election lawsuit dropped (Sept. 25, 2023)

Posted on · On Monday's show: Alexandra del Moral Mealer has dropped her lawsuit challenging the results of last year's election for Harris County judge. We learn why and discuss whether we should expect more challenges like hers in our current political climate.

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Elections

GOP claims of Election Day mismanagement, fraud don’t explain Democrats’ 2022 sweep of Harris County

Posted on · Republicans are seeking fresh elections in nearly two dozen contests, alleging Election Day woes cost them thousands of votes, but a surge in Democratic registration and long-term demographic trends provide simpler explanations for GOP losses.