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U.S. Congressional Representatives
Adam Bauman
District 16
Retired Border Patrol agent, 49, a Navy veteran who now runs a canine drug detection business came to El Paso in 2001 when he was stationed here with the Border Patrol.
It’s time for new leadership in Texas 16. Adam Bauman is ready to fight for secure borders, strong families, and economic freedom. Vote Adam Bauman for Congress.
Brandon Herrera
District 23
Brandon Herrera is an entrepreneur, Second Amendment activist, and social media personality running for Congress in Texas’s 23rd District.
Shaped by deep Texas roots with family originating in Texas, including his Hispanic heritage, and both parents from military families, he pursued studies in Pre-Law before focusing on starting a small business in firearm manufacturing.
Using a lifelong passion for firearms, he built his business as well as a large social media following. Accumulating over half a billion views using entertainment to promote firearm safety and Second Amendment advocacy, he has become a leader in the industry.
El Paso County Judge
Minerva Torres-Shelton
County Judge
With over 28 years of law enforcement and public service experience, Republican candidate Minerva Torres Shelton will bring leadership, accountability, and trust to the El Paso County Judge’s Office. In 1997, Minerva began her career with the El Paso Police Department. She served her community patrolling the streets of El Paso and responding and managing many types emergencies. However, she decided to increase her law enforcement involvement by stepping into the federal sector and on September 11, 2001, Minerva joined the FBI. During her 21 years with the FBI, she gained extensive experience investigating violent crimes, human trafficking, financial crimes, counterterrorism, gangs, drug trafficking, and serving on the Joint Terrorism Task Force. She retired as a Field Supervisor in the El Paso office after leading some of the Bureau’s most complex operations.
Minerva has worked side by side with state and federal governments, coordinating investigations and emergency responses at the highest levels. She led one of the FBI’s largest operations involving 56 FBI field offices nationwide, which required managing more than a million dollar budget and ensuring accountability at every step. As a supervisor during the Walmart tragedy, she coordinated with law enforcement and emergency responders, gaining firsthand experience in emergency management. She also supervised undercover operations, which sharpened her ability to prepare, adapt, and respond to rapidly evolving situations. These skills are vital for a County Judge responsible for county covering multiple communities, complex fiscal challenges and disaster response preparedness.
El Paso County Commissioners
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.
Leo Arcos
Precinct 4
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Texas State Representatives
Humberto Perez
District 77
As a veteran who served our country with pride, I understand the meaning of sacrifice, duty, and honor. These values guide everything I do—from raising my family to serving our community.
I'm running for State House District 77 because our families deserve a representative who will fight for conservative principles, protect our freedoms, and ensure our children inherit the same opportunities we had.
With your support, we can bring common-sense leadership, fiscal responsibility, and unwavering dedication to our district.
Jesse Romero
District 79
Raised in El Paso, graduate of El Paso HS, joined the Navy after high school. Went to UTEP and earned his BBA.
My father was a Democrat. He believed that because he was a Mexican American he needed to be a Democrat. He also believed that the Republican party was for the rich.
I disagreed with him. I am a Mexican American, I am a Republican and my finances are okay. I’m also a moderate conservative candidate, and I will do my best to represent the city and county of El Paso, in Austin.
Texas District Court Judges
Wayne Pritchard
168th District Court
R. Wayne Pritchard is a licenced attorney and registered professional engineer with nearly four decades of experience in the law. He has practiced before the U.S. Patent Office, state and federal courts, including the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the U.S. Supreme Court, bringing deep courtroom experience and a strong commitment to the rule of law.
After earning a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Texas A&M University and becoming a licensed professional engineer in Texas, Wayne pursued his legal career at St. Mary's Law School. Upon graduation he launched his legal practice in El Paso, where he has served individuals.
Ben Ivey
120th District Court
With over 25 years of legal experience, Judge Ben Ivey has built his career in the courtroom as a prosecutor, defense attorney, and now Judge of the 120th Judicial District Court. A fourth-generation El Pasoan and Cathedral High School graduate, he earned his undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University and both his MBA and law degree from Texas Tech University.
Judge Ivey began his career as an assistant district attorney for El Paso County before founding his own law firm and establishing an extensive criminal defense practice. Appointed to the bench in 2025, he brings decades of courtroom experience, sound judgment, and a deep commitment to the El Paso community.
