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

13Mar

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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

9Mar

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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.

“You are my prey today”: Dr. Candice Matthews appears at polling location wearing a predator mask

4Mar

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Jefferson County, Public Interest

“You are my prey today”: Dr. Candice Matthews appears at polling location wearing a predator mask

PORT ARTHUR, TX – Dr. Candice Matthews traveled from Houston to a polling location in Jefferson County yesterday and spoke outside during the election involving Justice of the Peace Judge Joseph L. Guillory. https://youtu.be/JaFIK_CxG3g Video from the scene shows Dr. Matthews wearing a predator-style mask and making remarks directed at the judge, stating, “I may be the predator, but you are my prey today.” Dr. Matthews accused Guillory of abusing his authority and referenced a previous attempt to hold her in contempt. A concerned citizen at the location stated he plans to file charges alleging abuse of power and impersonating a police officer involving Guillory. The citizen said the alleged incident is captured on video. Shortly after Dr. Matthews arrived at the polling lo...

Concerns raised after alleged attempts to obtain Dr. Candice Matthews’ home address amid ongoing legal matter

2Mar

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Houston, Public Interest

Concerns raised after alleged attempts to obtain Dr. Candice Matthews’ home address amid ongoing legal matter

HOUSTON, TX – Community concerns have been raised after allegations surfaced that an individual sought to obtain the home address of civil rights activist Dr. Candice Matthews following public exposure of concerns involving Nikki Jones. Brianna Gatlin and Dr. Nikki Jones via Facebook According to documentation provided to the Harris County District Attorney’s Office, Dr. Matthews reported that screenshots of conversations show an individual identified as Brianna Lacole Gatlin asking whether “Dr. Matthews’ info [was] public” and inquiring about her location. In one exchange, the individual allegedly stated someone was “tryna black mail my momma.” Dr. Matthews stated the communications were brought to her attention by an informant and that she viewed the inquiries as retaliatory in...

Dr. Matthews calls for accountability after newly elected Congressman misses 8 House votes while campaigning

27Feb

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Houston, Public Interest

Dr. Matthews calls for accountability after newly elected Congressman misses 8 House votes while campaigning

HOUSTON, TX – Dr. Candice Matthews held a press conference stating that newly elected Congressman Christian Menefee missed eight House roll call votes following the State of the Union address. https://youtu.be/xCtygceNh2Y Dr. Matthews said information was provided to her by what she described as “political watchers” . She outlined multiple House roll call votes, including motions related to H.R. 6329, aviation safety legislation, and energy-related bills such as the Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act and the Homeowners Energy Freedom Act. Menefee Missed VotesDownload According to Dr. Matthews, Menefee was listed among members who did not vote on several measures identified as roll calls 71 through 78, with varying totals of Democrats and Republicans recorded as n...

Dr. Candice Matthews holds briefing at Haverstock Hills, says being trespassed will not stop her from helping residents

26Feb

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Houston, Public Interest

Dr. Candice Matthews holds briefing at Haverstock Hills, says being trespassed will not stop her from helping residents

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – Dr. Candice Matthews held a press briefing outside the gated Haverstock Hills Apartments on Aldine Bender in north Harris County after recent complaints were made by residents, stating she had been trespassed from the property along with Grizzy’s Hood News. https://youtu.be/t440bsib7Fs Dr. Matthews said she went to the complex in response to new concerns raised by tenants but was informed she could not enter the property. She conducted the briefing from outside the gates and said residents continue to contact her with information. During the briefing, Dr. Matthews cited complaints including reports of rats, roaches, mold and unsanitary conditions. She also alleged that maintenance workers have entered apartments without notice, which she said has raised safet...

Dr. Candice Matthews speaks with voters outside Port Arthur polling location during primary voting

24Feb

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Jefferson County, Public Interest

Dr. Candice Matthews speaks with voters outside Port Arthur polling location during primary voting

PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS – Dr. Candice Matthews visited a library serving as a polling location during primary voting, where she spoke with voters about allegations involving Judge Joseph L. Guillory. https://youtu.be/ltP7L78Wi0A During the exchange, she spoke with a man identified as James Albright. Albright made claims that Judge Joseph L. Guillory improperly recused himself, allowed testimony from a manager who was allegedly not working at the time of the incident, and permitted hearsay evidence. He also alleged violations of judicial canons, due process concerns involving a disabled individual, and improper conduct from the bench. Albright further claimed the judge should not have presided over a matter involving individuals connected to entities that allegedly pay him. He stated ...

Social media video allegedly shows Jazmin Perez in Mexico after balloon release held in her memory

22Feb

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Mexico, Public Interest, Texas

Social media video allegedly shows Jazmin Perez in Mexico after balloon release held in her memory

ENSENADA, MEXICO – A video posted on April 28, 2023, on social media reportedly shows Jazmin Perez at Cramsa AC rehabilitation center in Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico. The video resurfaced after a September 2023 balloon release was announced in her memory. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Candice MatthewsDr (@candicematthewsdr) Dr. Candice Matthews said conflicting public information has circulated over the past two years regarding Jazmin Perez’s status. She referenced an August 2022 public post stating Jazmin was “FOUND,” a 2023 image allegedly showing her in Ensenada, Baja California, and the September 2023 balloon release announcement. Dr. Matthews said publicly available social media posts were reviewed and that a tip originating f...

Dr. Candice Matthews calls for review of Harris County judge over court filing name discrepancy

15Feb

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Houston, Public Interest

Dr. Candice Matthews calls for review of Harris County judge over court filing name discrepancy

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – Dr. Candice Matthews issued a public statement raising concerns about judicial accountability involving Tamika Craft. Dr. Matthews stated that her team obtained and reviewed official court documents from the Harris County Clerk’s records that reflect Judge Craft filed or was associated with pleadings under a name different from her publicly recognized judicial name. According to Dr. Matthews, judicial officers are bound by the Texas Code of Judicial Conduct to uphold transparency, accuracy, and integrity in all official acts. She stated that court filings are legal instruments and that names used in pleadings are legally significant. Dr. Matthews said that when a judge appears in court records under a different name than the one under which she holds ju...

Dr. Candice Matthews questions status of Jazmin Perez after balloon release and conflicting statements

15Feb

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Houston, Public Interest

Dr. Candice Matthews questions status of Jazmin Perez after balloon release and conflicting statements

Harris County, TX – Dr. Candice Matthews issued a community accountability statement raising concerns about the status of Jazmin Perez following a balloon release held in her memory and conflicting public statements made online. https://youtu.be/3wIRUDXX-Uw The balloon release was announced on September 20, 2023. However, official missing person materials continue to list Jazmin Perez as missing since late 2022, with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office previously requesting information regarding her whereabouts. Screenshots of online messages have added to the confusion. On September 3, 2022, Jenifer Knighton responded to an inquiry about Jazmin Perez by stating, “We found her.” In October 2025, when asked again about Perez, Knighton replied that she did not know anything abo...