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Republican Run Off Candidates
(in ballot order)

Primary Candidates 16th Congressional District

Explore Republican candidates running in the El Paso County GOP Primary (in ballot order). Information provided by campaigns. Links open in new window.

Judge Manuel J. Barraza

Manuel Barraza is a lifelong El Pasoan whose career has been dedicated to the service of his community. After graduating from UTEP and the University of Texas School of Law, he built a distinguished legal practice spanning over 35 years and was elected Judge of Criminal District Court No. 1.

A proud graduate and honored as a Distinguished Alumnus of Riverside High School, he has never forgotten his roots, serving as a member of the school boards for Our Lady of the Valley and Our Lady of Mt. Carmel.

 

Additionally, he was appointed to the board of the Ysleta Education Foundation, which provides scholarships to deserving students in the community. He is the proud father of three children and grandfather of four. Manuel Barraza is running for Congress to ensure that the values of God, family, and country remain the cornerstone of El Paso’s future.

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Adam Bauman

El Paso's property taxes are among the highest in Texas, and it's time for a change.  El Pasoan's deserve better than to struggle under the weight of inflated property taxes by excessive school budgets and PR Bonds(Cashless Bail). 

 

I am committed to working with local leaders to make our property taxes more affordable for everyone in our community.  Together, we can ensure a brighter future for all El Paso residents!

El Paso FIRST!

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County Commissioners Candidates 

Matt Sistrunk
Precinct 2

I'm originally from Akron, Ohio and got stationed at Fort Bliss, TX in 1984. After serving as an Air Defender in Germany for three years, I returned to El Paso in 1988 and have lived here ever since. I love this city's rich culture and unique appeal. I'm here to serve you by ensuring El Paso County government provides the most fair and responsible fiscal performance, so all El Paso residents can enjoy their exceptional quality of life at this westernmost tip of Texas.

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Leo Arcos
Precinct 4

Discover the values and initiatives of the El Paso County Texas Republican Party - GOP. Join us in promoting conservative principles and advocating for the community. Stay informed about local events and opportunities to get involved. Together, we can make a difference and shape a better future for our county and state.

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