Thursday, April 30

Bexar County

Adrian Reyna allegations raise questions over campaign activity and leave use in Bexar County race
Bexar County, Public Interest

Adrian Reyna allegations raise questions over campaign activity and leave use in Bexar County race

BEXAR COUNTY, TX – Documents, video evidence, and affidavits are being cited in allegations involving campaign activity, leave usage, and employment status tied to candidate Adrian Reyna during the recent primary election cycle. Adrian Reyna via Facebook The allegations state Reyna was observed campaigning at polling locations during early voting and on Election Day while employed by the San Antonio Independent School District. Supporting materials are said to include video recordings and sworn affidavits placing him at polling locations during normal work hours. The claims raise questions related to the use of public resources during political activity, including provisions under Texas Election Code § 255.003, which prohibits the use of public resources for political advertising....
Former Texas Democratic representative says he stepped away from party over leadership concerns
Bexar County

Former Texas Democratic representative says he stepped away from party over leadership concerns

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Steve Huerta, a former state Democratic representative for Senate District 26, said he stepped away from the party due to what he described as growing friction between party leadership and struggling communities. https://youtu.be/h53s634ZR_I In an interview, Huerta said there is a divide between what he described as the “bourgeoisie class of the Democratic Party” and communities facing economic hardship. He said the divide has made it difficult to have what he described as common-sense conversations about community concerns with those representing party leadership. Huerta said many communities are not regularly visited or engaged by party representatives and that outreach efforts have been limited. He also said renters and individuals earning around $20,000 ...
Dr. Candice Matthews confronts election judge and precinct chair Linda Alaniz over alleged election code violations
Bexar County, Public Interest

Dr. Candice Matthews confronts election judge and precinct chair Linda Alaniz over alleged election code violations

BEXAR COUNTY, TX – Dr. Candice Matthews traveled from Harris County to Bexar County and appeared at the Bexar County Democratic Party office regarding concerns about several alleged election code violations connected to the Texas House District 125 race. https://youtu.be/8F0WFzXqxuI Dr. Matthews, a civil rights activist and former state chair of the Texas Democratic Black Caucus, said community members contacted her about several alleged election code violations, including alleged illegal voter influence, involving the distribution of political materials to voters. Dr. Matthews said sample ballots were placed on constituents’ doors. According to her statement, one version of the ballot included the name and phone number of election judge and precinct chair Linda Alaniz, while a ...
Dr. Candice Matthews says documents tied to Bexar County Democratic Party and Texas House District 125 race under review
Bexar County, Public Interest

Dr. Candice Matthews says documents tied to Bexar County Democratic Party and Texas House District 125 race under review

TEXAS – Dr. Candice Matthews said during a press conference that she and her team plan to review documents today connected to the Bexar County Democratic Party and its chairwoman, Michelle Solis. https://youtu.be/jZsIWm7Ybz0 Dr. Matthews said the documents were provided through a tip originating from Bexar County and reference matters involving the local Democratic Party, the elections office, and ballots. The documents also include information related to the race involving Michelle Barrientes Vela for Texas House Representative District 125 and U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett. According to Dr. Matthews, she and her team will review the documents and share additional information with the community as it becomes available.