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Republican Brett Ligon, former Montgomery County DA, wins special election for open Texas Senate seat
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· May 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The winner of this election is Brett Ligon, a Republican and former district attorney of Montgomery County.
A special election has taken place for an open Texas Senate seat. The winner of this election is Brett Ligon, a Republican and former district attorney of Montgomery County. Further information about the election can be found through Houston Public Media.
Details about the election outcome and Ligon's plans are available from this source. For residents of Spring , TX, and surrounding areas, Houston Public Media is a resource for learning more about this development and its potential impact on the local community.
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Category: government Published: May 4, 2026 Source: Houston Public Media Reading time: 1 min
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