The race to succeed the late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee for the 18th U.S. Congressional District of Texas is intensifying, with several prominent candidates declaring their intentions to run.
Find Insider Deals for items perfect around the house and on the goWASHINGTON, DC - JULY 18: Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee speaks at a press conference calling for the expansion of the Supreme Court on July 18, 2022 in Washington, DC. As the Democratic Party prepares to fill the congressional seat left vacant by the late Sheila Jackson-Lee, the decision on who will appear on the November ballot will be made by the District 18 Executive Committee on August 13.
“The historic 18th Congressional District in the heart of Houston is without representation today. Upon the passing of my dear friend, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, we have a painful decision to make. We need to select who will fill her shoes, as we mourn her death. For more than 35 years, I’ve watched the Congresswoman serve our community with vigor and integrity.
“Together, we can build a brighter future, rooted in justice, equality, and opportunity for all. We must rise to the challenge and create a legacy of progress and hope for generations to come,” Plummer said in a press release.announced her candidacy as well, emphasizing her commitment to solving complex challenges and seizing opportunities for the community. Edwards, who started her career in Jackson Lee’s D.C.
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