Primary Runoff Election Races in El Paso, TX

El Paso Voters Head to the Polls for Primary Runoff Election

EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Today, El Paso voters are gearing up to head to the polls for the primary runoff election, with several key races on the ballot that will shape the future of the local community. All voting sites will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

One of the most anticipated races is for the Democratic candidate for El Paso County sheriff, with Robert “Bobby” Flores and Oscar Ugarte vying for the position. Both candidates bring extensive law enforcement backgrounds to the table, with Flores emphasizing his commitment to public safety and Ugarte highlighting his efforts to connect with the El Paso community.

In the race for El Paso district attorney, Alma Trejo and James Montoya are competing for the Democratic nomination. Both candidates have impressive legal backgrounds, with Montoya currently serving as a public defender and former assistant district attorney and federal prosecutor, while Trejo is a lawyer and former judge with experience as a felony prosecutor.

The candidates recently discussed their positions on the high-profile Walmart shooter case, with both agreeing on the importance of prioritizing it. Trejo raised concerns about finding an impartial jury locally, while Montoya emphasized the importance of local prosecution for a crime that occurred in El Paso.

Other races on the ballot include the District 77 representative race between Norma Chavez and Vincent Perez, as well as the constable for Precinct 1 race between Frank Almada and Andrea Baca. On the Republican side, the U.S. representative for District 23 race features incumbent Tony Gonzales and Brandon Herrera.

The winners of these races will go on to face their respective opponents in the November general election, setting the stage for a pivotal moment in El Paso’s political landscape. Stay tuned for updates on the election results as they come in.