Statement from Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee on Judge Lina Hidalgo's Decision Not to Seek a Third Term
Houston, Texas – Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee today issued the following statement regarding Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo's announcement that she will not seek a third term in 2026:
"I've known and supported Judge Lina Hidalgo since she first ran in 2018. From day one, she's led Harris County with passion, conviction, and a willingness to do what's right, even when it wasn't easy or popular.
As County Judge, Lina never wavered in her values. Whether she was managing unprecedented crises or fighting to strengthen the social safety net for working people, she stayed true to her principles and put people first.
It's been an honor to serve alongside her. She's left our county better than she found it. I look forward to seeing what comes next for her."
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