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Wong Stays in Power as County Gridlocks | Houston News

Wong Stays in Power as County Gridlocks | Houston News

Published 1 week, 5 days ago
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Republican candidate Daniel Wong stays in his acting role as Fort Bend County judge after a court delays ruling on his legitimacy, setting the stage for a tense standoff. With two Democratic commissioners boycotting meetings, only three Republicans remain to govern — risking default tax rates and stalled infrastructure projects. The county attorney’s legal argument was rejected by the judge, who sided with maintaining Wong’s authority until a final court decision. Democrats demand Wong step aside from voting on critical budgets, while his team urges an end to the boycott to meet September deadlines.

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