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MayorTXNovember 3, 2026
Houston Mayor
The top leader of your city or town. In charge of things like police, fire trucks, and trash pickup.
224days
·13hours
until Election DayFourth-largest city in the US. Nonpartisan election in a diverse and growing metro.
Candidates1
Incumbent mayor of Houston since January 2024. Previously the longest-serving member of the Texas State Senate (1983-2024), representing District 15. Dean of the Texas Senate. Moderate Democrat focused on public safety, pension reform, and infrastructure.