At nearly 80 years of age, Cleo Glenn Johnson McLaughlin, the longtime community activist, leader, and loving mother of former State Rep. Jarvis Johnson, has lived, worked, and played inside the boundaries of the 18th Congressional District of Texas. And for the record, "MOTHER CLEO" is a true activist and community leader. She founded the Black United Fund of Texas (BUFTX) and has served the community since 1987. Before starting BUFTX, she served in the office of the late Congressman Mickey Leland, developing programs to aid the people of the 18th Congressional District of Texas. For her son, former State Rep. Jarvis Johnson, to achieve his dream of becoming a congressman, he must overcome the challenge posed by Carmen Maria Montiel, the former Miss Venezuela, who is the frontrunner in the CD-18 race, given that nearly 20 Democrats have entered the race. Carmen Maria Montiel is the perfect candidate for Republican and Independent voters to cast their votes for on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, in the "SPECIAL ELECTION" for the 18th Congressional District of Texas. And former State Rep. Jarvis Johnson (HD-139) is the ideal candidate for Democratic voters to support in the CD-18 race.
Democrats Cannot Stop Redistricting; Energy Should Be Channeled Toward Voter Mobilization -- Not Protesting and Clowning
AUBREY R. TAYLOR REPORTS©
The people who are claiming that African Americans and Hispanics are doomed if the CD-09 and CD-18 Congressional District boundaries are not redrawn have no clue what they're talking about. If anything, Hispanics are likely to gain strength when the CD-09 and CD-18 districts are redrawn. And as far as African Americans go, the once predominantly African American "CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT" has been trending Hispanic for the last decade.
Listen. The notion that African Americans can only win office running as Democrats is false. Congressman Wesley Hunt is a member of the GOP "Greater Opportunity Party" and represents the 38th Congressional District of Texas, which is 50.1% White, 25.9% Hispanic, 10.1% Asian, 9.6% Black, 3.6% Two or more races, and 0.7% other. That said, redrawing the lines to the 9th Congressional District and the 18th Congressional District could also put CD-02 and CD-38 in play. If Republican lawmakers take away too many Republican voters and add them to other congressional districts, they could potentially cost themselves dearly in the 2026 Midterm Elections.
"THE WARPATH."
The woman known as "Dr." Candice Matthews claims that she's going to primary "BLACK LAWMAKERS" in the 2026 Democratic Party Primary, in a recent INSTAGRAM POST, she published. That said, Aubrey R. Taylor Communications does not condone "THE VULGAR LANGUAGE" espoused in the video below. However, in the spirit of public concern, this message is being shared as confirmation that African Americans are getting sick and tired of ineffective leadership and cowardly African American elected officials.
"HARSH WORDS."
As a refresher, on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, the Texas Black Democratic Caucus allowed "Dr." Candice Matthews to listen in on their "PHONE CONFERENCE," which may have been a colossal mistake. After the meeting was over, the cowboy-hat-wearing National Minister of Politics, for Quanell X's New Black Panther Nation, took to INSTAGRAM, and blasted the Democratic Lawmakers calling them, "WEAK A$$ $ NIGGAZ," and proclaiming that she would primary them in next year's Tuesday, March 3, 2026, Democratic Party Primary Elections.
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"INTERESTING FACTS."
What most folks don't know about former State Rep. Jarvis Johnson is that he has mastered the art of "DELIVERING REAL RESULTS FOR TEXAS." That said, Jarvis is a much better option than all of the other Democrats, and certainly better than County Attorney Christian Menefee, who is nothing but one of Commissioner Rodney Ellis's "PUPPET DOLLS," who will hand over control of CD-18 to Ellis if he's elected.
1. Education – $142 Million Secured
• Johnson championed over $142 million in direct state funding for HBCUs like Texas Southern University and Prairie View A&M University.
• This includes a $59M new dorm, $23M science building renovation, and $60M academic support center – expanding student access and campus quality.
2. Healthcare – $1 Million for CHIP Outreach
• Johnson secured $1 million in state funds to boost CHIP outreach, helping more uninsured children get enrolled in low-cost health coverage.
3. Infrastructure – $1.95 Billion in Major Projects
• Johnson helped pass $1.7 billion for statewide flood control after Hurricane Harvey – protecting homes in flood-prone areas like Houston.
• He also helped secure $250 million for Texas port infrastructure, strengthening the economy and creating jobs.
4. Public Safety – $12.6 Million for Crisis Response Teams
• Johnson reallocated $12.6 million in federal funds to launch mental health crisis intervention teams for police – improving safety and de-escalation.
5. A Fighter for Smart Reform and Justice
• While not all victories are tied to dollar signs, Johnson passed landmark sickle cell legislation, criminal justice reporting reforms, and vocational training laws that continue to impact lives across Texas.
Total Verified Funding Secured by former State Rep. Jarvis Johnson Exceeds $2.1 Billion.
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A December Runoff Between Carmen Maria Montiel and former State Rep. Jarvis Johnson is Possible in CD-18
AUBREY R. TAYLOR REPORTS©
In case you are unaware, National Hispanic Heritage Month will be celebrated across America beginning on Monday, September 15, 2025, and ending on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, a few days before the start of early voting for the upcoming “SPECIAL ELECTION,” to fill the vacancy for the 18th Congressional District of Texas.
With everything going on in America, this year will be even more special, as we pause to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month. This year provides us with a unique opportunity to recognize the significant roles Hispanic high-achievers like U.S. Senator Ted Cruz, Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia, State Senator Carol Alvarado, Commissioner Adrian Garcia, Commissioner Lesley Briones, State Rep. Ana Hernandez (HD-143), State Rep. Ann Perez (HD-144), State Rep. Christina Morales (HD-145), Judge Michael Gomez, Judge Emily Detoto, Judge Colleen Gaido, Judge Linda Garcia, County Tax Assessor Collector Annette Ramirez, Judge Israel Garcia, Judge Victor Trevino III, and Constable Silvia Trevino have played in shaping America’s culture, and history.
“IMPORTANT DEADLINES.”
Listen. It is vitally important that all Americans begin the process of reminding their family and friends that the last day to register to vote is Monday, October 6, 2025, for those who plan to vote in the upcoming Tuesday, November 3, 2025, General Election.
Early voting will begin on Monday, October 20, 2025, and will end on Friday, October 31, 2025, for those who plan to vote in person at a polling location.
“CHANGING DEMOGRAPHICS.”
As the battle for the heart and soul of Texas heats up, we must endeavor to allow information to flow freely through “BLACK AND BROWN” communities. With this in mind, Texans must wake up and realize that all three of the Houston-area Congressional Districts facing redistricting fights are majority Hispanic districts, not African American.
“THE 9TH DISTRICT.”
The 9th Congressional District of Texas is 39.3% Hispanic, 35.8% Black, 12.4% White, 9.7% Asian, 2.0% Two or more races, and 0.7% Other, according to the most recent Cook Partisan Voting Index, which is a measurement, or index abbreviated by PVI or CPVI, and is typically used as the standard-bearer when determining the partisanship of a United States Congressional District of state, from a demographic standpoint.
“THE 18TH DISTRICT.”
The 18th Congressional District of Texas is 43.4% Hispanic, 32.2% Black, 16.7% White, 4.9% Asian, 2.2% Two or more races, and 0.7% Other, according to the most recent Cook Partisan Voting Index, which is deeply concerning, because most African Americans don’t even realize that the 18th Congressional District is no longer a majority Black district.
“THE 29TH DISTRICT.”
The 29th Congressional District of Texas is 74.5% Hispanic, 13.2% Black, 8.3% White, 2.3% Asian, 1.1% Two or more races, and 0.5% Other, according to the most recent Cook Partisan Voting Index, which is why Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, according to several sources may choose to resign as Harris County Judge, and run for the 29th Congressional District of Texas in next year’s 2026 Midterm Election, according to sources.
“IMPORTANT NOTICE.”
Back on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson selected “THE BALLOT ORDER” for the Constitutional Amendments, which will appear on the Tuesday, November 4, 2024, General Election ballot.
In total, there are 17 proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution. All registered Texas voters must vote on these amendments as a part of the Tuesday, November 4, 2025, General Election, which will heavily favor a candidate like Carmen Maria Montiel, who will be on the ballot running as a Republican, in the “SPECIAL ELECTION” race for the 18th Congressional District of Texas.
“Texas lawmakers have proposed 17 amendments to the state constitution, and now Texans will have the opportunity to weigh in on each amendment,” said Secretary Nelson. “This is an opportunity to make your voice heard about the governing document of our state.”
To be placed on the Tuesday, November 4, 2025, General Election ballot, a “PROPOSED AMENDMENT” must be a joint resolution approved by at least two-thirds of the Texas House and Senate.
Below is the ballot order as drawn.
Proposition 1
(SJR 59) "The constitutional amendment providing for the creation of the permanent technical institution infrastructure fund and the available workforce education fund to support the capital needs of educational programs offered by the Texas State Technical College System."
Proposition 2
(SJR 18)"The constitutional amendment prohibiting the imposition of a tax on the realized or unrealized capital gains of an individual, family, estate, or trust."
Proposition 3
(SJR 5) "The constitutional amendment requiring the denial of bail under certain circumstances to persons accused of certain offenses punishable as a felony."
Proposition 4
(HJR 7) "The constitutional amendment to dedicate a portion of the revenue derived from state sales and use taxes to the Texas water fund and to provide for the allocation and use of that revenue."
Proposition 5
(HJR 99) "The constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation tangible personal property consisting of animal feed held by the owner of the property for sale at retail."
Proposition 6
(HJR 4) "The constitutional amendment prohibiting the legislature from enacting a law imposing an occupation tax on certain entities that enter into transactions conveying securities or imposing a tax on certain securities transactions."
Proposition 7
(HJR 133) "The constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the market value of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a veteran who died as a result of a condition or disease that is presumed under federal law to have been service-connected."
Proposition 8
(HJR 2) "The constitutional amendment to prohibit the legislature from imposing death taxes applicable to a decedent's property or the transfer of an estate, inheritance, legacy, succession, or gift."
Proposition 9
(HJR 1) "The constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation a portion of the market value of tangible personal property a person owns that is held or used for the production of income."
Proposition 10
(SJR 84) "The constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to provide for a temporary exemption from ad valorem taxation of the appraised value of an improvement to a residence homestead that is completely destroyed by a fire."
Proposition 11
(SJR 85) "The constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to increase the amount of the exemption from ad valorem taxation by a school district of the market value of the residence homestead of a person who is elderly or disabled."
Proposition 12
(SJR 27) "The constitutional amendment regarding the membership of the State Commission on Judicial Conduct, the membership of the tribunal to review the commission's recommendations, and the authority of the commission, the tribunal, and the Texas Supreme Court to more effectively sanction judges and justices for judicial misconduct."
Proposition 13
(SJR 2) "The constitutional amendment to increase the amount of the exemption of residence homesteads from ad valorem taxation by a school district from $100,000 to $140,000."
Proposition 14
(SJR 3) "The constitutional amendment providing for the establishment of the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas, establishing the Dementia Prevention and Research Fund to provide money for research on and prevention and treatment of dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and related disorders in this state, and transferring to that fund $3 billion from state general revenue."
Proposition 15
(SJR 34) "The constitutional amendment affirming that parents are the primary decision makers for their children."
Proposition 16
(SJR 37) "The constitutional amendment clarifying that a voter must be a United States citizen."
Proposition 17
(HJR 34) "The constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the amount of the market value of real property located in a county that borders the United Mexican States that arises from the installation or construction on the property of border security infrastructure and related improvements."
The last day to register for the November 4 Election is October 6. Early in-person voting will take place from October 20 to 31.
You can find information about the amendments and voting in Texas at VoteTexas.gov.
“TWO POWER GRABS.”
If you actually take a moment to delve inside what’s unfolding in Texas, what you will discover is that African Americans are being misled into believing that the 9th and 18th Congressional Districts are still majority Black districts, which is a lie.
The 9th Congressional District and 18th Congressional Districts have been transitioning for several years. As a people, we African Americans are falling further and further behind every other ethnic group, as America continues to evolve.
So, yes, President Donald J. Trump is on a serious “POWER GRAB,” with his efforts to have the boundaries of several majority minority Congressional Districts redrawn. However, TRUMP is not the only person on a quest to seize more power in the upcoming 2026 Midterms.
Suppose you haven’t noticed that Commissioner Rodney Ellis, County Judge Lina Hidalgo, and County Attorney Christian Menefee are pointing their fingers at “PRESIDENT TRUMP.”. In that case, while pointing their fingers at Trump, they are essentially doing the same thing that TRUMP is doing, which is to protect their interests.
“PAST POWER GRABS.”
Do you remember, back during the 2022 Midterm Election, when Commissioner Rodney Ellis spearheaded the effort to redraw the lines for Commissioners, when they redrew the lines for “PRECINCT THREE,” to favor Lesley Briones? Do you remember that?
Do you remember when Lesley Briones stepped down from her County Civil Court at Law No. 1 bench and ran against Republican Commissioner R. Jack “CACTUS JACK,” Cagle, and defeated him in the newly-drawn Hispanic-leaning “PRECINCT THREE” boundaries?
As a refresher, Lesley Briones (Democrat) received 122,644 votes, for 51.7% of the vote, and R. Jack Cagle received 114,718 votes, for 48.3%.
“THREE TEXAS COUNTIES.”
Things are heating up in Texas, but Harris County, Fort Bend County, and Brazoria County, all in Texas, will be hot all year in 2026. In case you haven’t heard, in Harris County, Texas alone, there will be more than 70 judicial races in next year’s 2026 Midterm Election. Yes. You heard me correctly.
With this in mind, the Harris County GOP, which is evolving into the “Greater Opportunity Party,” is off to a dynamic start in its quest to field candidates in all 70 judicial races that will be on the ballot next year.
“TWO FORMER JUDGES.”
Judge Chuck Silverman (Republican), the former Judge for the 183rd District Court, will be running for the 232nd Criminal District Court against Democratic Judge Josh Hill, who has a penchant for releasing violent offenders out of jail on $2 bonds, like he did for Aubrey Taylor (no relation to me) who was arrested for kidnapping, beating, and attempting to strangle a female victim in Harris County, Texas, a few years ago.
Silverman recently showed up at the Lincoln-Reagan Dinner to meet Governor Greg Abbott and stated, “Crime has consequences. Victims deserve justice.”
“My dad came to America as an undocumented minor at 16 years old with no formal education on a mission to provide a better life for his family,” explains Judge Israel Garcia. “In one generation, I became a judge, and now my daughter has graduated from Trinity University as a Neuroscience Major and has gone on to Medical School,” he proclaims.
According to Judge Garcia, he’s proud of his rich heritage and has strong family values. “The main reason I am running for Harris County Civil Court at Law No. 3 is because I plan to be a working Judge,” explains Judge Garcia.
“I will keep the dockets moving and make sure people get their day in court,” he proclaims.
Judge Garcia plans to focus on being fair and adhering to the law in his rulings. “My court will be courteous, respectful, professional, and most of all efficient,” he explained.
“Each case has different facts. I will apply the law to those facts,” he says.
“Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15) is a special moment to recognize the countless contributions of the Latinx community to the fabric of our beloved County,” says Judge Chuck Siverman.
According to Judge Silverman, “Our county is over 40% Hispanic/Latinx, so the music, sabor, food, spirit, personalities, strength, and character permeate every part of our community, enriching the essence of Harris County.”
“SHIFTING DEMOGRAPHICS.”
Contrary to popular belief, when it comes to voting, Harris County, Texas, is shifting toward becoming a 50/50 voting county, moving away from its status as a 48/52 voting county over the last few election cycles.
This shift towards a more balanced voting dynamic could enable the GOP “Greater Opportunity Party” to enjoy exponential success in next year’s 2026 Midterm Election, regardless of what happens in the ongoing “SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE SESSION,” aimed at redrawing congressional boundaries at the State Capitol, in Austin, Texas.
Commissioner Rodney Ellis is brilliant in a lot of ways; that’s why Ellis is seeking a “POWER-GRAB” of his own by repositioning his “TOP TWO ALLIES” in County Government as he attempts to hold onto his dying power base.
In reality, when Commissioner Rodney Ellis lost Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee and former Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner within 9 months, he became powerless at the federal level, which has caused him to get nervous.
As a refresher, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee went home to glory on July 19, 2024, and former Congressman Sylvester Turner gave up the ghost on March 5, 2025, and left Commissioner Rodney Ellis’s “POLITICAL REGIME,” without Congressional protection, which his wing of the Democratic Party needs, to remain relevant.
So, in actuality, what’s unfolding in Texas is a “POWER-GRAB,” coming out of “THE SWAMP,” in Washington, D.C., being directed by President Trump and his allies. But on the local front, in Harris County, Texas, which is home to “THE BAYOU CITY,” Commissioner Rodney Ellis is possibly endeavoring to consolidate his power by using County Judge Lina Hidalgo to seize the 29th Congressional District of Texas. County Attorney Christian Menefee to seize the 18th Congressional District of Texas, which is brilliant, if he can pull it off.
“REDISTRICTING BATTLE.”
The only two African Americans serving in the Texas Senate, State Senator Borris L. Miles (Senate District 13), in the Houston area, and State Senator Royce West, in the Dallas area. However, State Senator Borris L. Miles has been selected to serve on the Senate Special Committee on Congressional Redistricting, which is currently ongoing at the State Capitol.
(REP) State Sen. Phil King, Chair
(REP) State Sen. Brandon Creighton
(DEM) State Sen. Carol Alvarado
(DEM) State Sen. Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa
(REP) State Sen. Bryan Hughes
(DEM) State Sen. Borris L. Miles
(REP) State Sen. Tan Parker
(REP) State Sen. Angela Paxton
(REP) State Sen. Kevin Sparks
State Senator Borris L. Miles has been named to the Texas Senate Redistricting Committee, according to a statement he released on Monday, July 21, 2025.
“I did not ask for this fight, but I will not back down from it,” proclaimed State Senator Borris L. Miles. “Being appointed to the Texas Senate Redistricting Committee is a monumental responsibility, and I intend to meet that responsibility head-on,” he stated.
According to State Senator Miles, “Senate District 13, one of the largest minority-majority Senate Districts in Texas, includes two of the congressional districts directly in its crosshairs: Congressional Districts 9 and 18 are steeped in a rich history.”
“There is nothing legal about this; this is a political attack against Democracy. A strategic assault to steal the 2026 Election and flip control of Congress, even if it means gutting Black and Brown political power in Texas,” State Senator Miles continued.
Miles proclaimed that the redistricting efforts won’t come easily. “They have rigged the game, but I refuse to make it easy for them,” stated Miles.
“I will be the voice in the room fighting to protect what we, as a community, have built. I will stand in the gap for my constituents and for every voter who refuses to be silenced,” he continued. “But I need the community’s help; I can do this alone.”
Miles believes that it's time to beat the drums and sound the alarm. “Republicans have stacked the deck against us,” he stated.
“Remember, this isn’t redistricting. It’s RIG-DISTRICTING,” proclaimed State Senator Miles, who has endorsed State Rep. Jolanda Jones in the upcoming race for CD-18, which will be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, in Texas.
"THE HOUSE COMMITTEE."
(REP) State Rep. Cody Vasut, Chair
(DEM) State Rep. John Rosenthal, Vice-Chair
(DEM) State Rep. Josey Garcia
(REP) State Rep. Charlie Geren
(DEM) State Rep. Barbara Gervin-Hawkins
(DEM) State Rep. R.D. “Bobby” Guerra
(REP) State Rep. Ryan Guillen
(REP) State Rep. Cole Hefner
(REP) State Rep. Hillary Hickland
(REP) State Rep. Todd Hunter
(DEM) State Rep. Christian Manuel
(REP) State Rep. Will Metcalf
(REP) State Rep. John McQueeney
(DEM) State Rep. Joe Moody
(REP) State Rep. Katrina Pierson
(REP) State Rep. David Spiller
(REP) State Rep. Carl Tepper
(DEM) State Rep. Senfronia Thompson
(DEM) State Rep. Chris Turner
(REP) State Rep. Terry Wilson
(DEM) State Rep. Gene Wu
For the record, Texas Governor Greg Abbott recently received a letter from the Department of Justice (DOJ), which identified four Texas congressional districts that currently constitute what they’re labeling as unconstitutional coalition districts:
TX-09, a Democratic-leaning district that covers Parts of Harris County and Fort Bend, currently held by U.S. Representative Al Green, is one of the alleged unconstitutional coalition districts being targeted.
TX-18, a Democratic-leaning district that covers a section of Harris County, is currently vacant but was previously held by the late Congressman Sylvester, who passed away in March 2025. It is one of the districts alleged to be an unconstitutional coalition district.
TX-29, a Democratic leaning district that covers a section of Harris County, is currently held by U.S. Representative Sylvia Garcia and is one of the alleged unconstitutional districts being targeted.
TX-33, a Democratic leaning district that covers portions of Dallas County and Tarrant County, is currently held by U.S. Representative Marc Veasey, who is one of the alleged unconstitutional coalition districts that must be redrawn.
According to the letter that was sent to Governor Abbott by the DOJ, “It is the position of this Department that several Texas Congressional Districts constitute unconstitutional racial gerrymanders, under the logic and reasoning of Petteway [the Galveston County redistricting case],” the DOJ letter explained.
The DOJ contends that TX-09 and TX-18 have been drawn along strict racial lines, and that TX-29 was illegally drawn as a majority Hispanic district.
Regarding TX-33, the DOJ is contending that a federal court order from years ago was disregarded by the Texas Legislature in 2021, when it redrew the TX-33 lines along the exact boundaries that have been declared a coalition district.
A stern warning was issued to Governor Greg Abbott by the DOJ stating, “If the State of Texas fails to rectify the racial gerrymandering of TX-09, TX-18, TX-29, and TX-33, the Attorney General reserves the right to seek legal action against the State, including, without limitation, under the 14th Amendment.”
The letter from the Department of Justice, sent to Governor Abbott, was signed by Harmeet Dhillon, who serves as the Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division.
“WHERE THINGS STAND.”
What we are seeing in Texas, regarding redistricting—the redrawing of congressional lines—is indeed a power grab. Yes, the power grab has been initiated out of Washington, D.C., out of dire concern.
President Donald J. Trump’s goal is to pick up possibly five congressional seats in Texas, and maybe two in Ohio. But there’s a significant risk involved, with the strategy being deployed by President Trump, especially when it involves Texas.
If you recall, when President Trump was in office the first time, Democrats successfully flipped the House during the first two years of his term and were successful in derailing the agenda he had hoped to implement.
What you see President Trump displaying right now is beginning to look a lot like desperation. Why? During the last three election cycles, the House of Representatives has consistently held a margin of about five seats, either up or down, depending on the party in power at the time.
The troubling aspect of what we are seeing in Texas, however, is that once again, Democrats are having to respond to pressure rather than applying it.
But, in reality, Democrats have seen the playbook before. If you think back to 2018, when Trump was President, during that Midterm Election cycle, Republicans lost two seats that they’d deemed to be relatively safe.
And then, as a knee-jerk reaction, in 2020, most state legislatures across the country redrew their maps cautiously after the census, and the power balance in D.C. remained relatively unchanged in terms of congressional district makeups.
In reality, while Democrats appear to be at a serious disadvantage in Texas, the current GOP redistricting efforts have definitely caught their attention, prompting efforts to gain an advantage in next year’s midterm elections.
According to former Congressman Beto O’Rourke, “This may end up biting Republicans in the ass. You have the possibility that they will disperse Republican voters to make up these 3 or 4 or 5 new congressional districts and put those districts in play.
Beto made that statement on CNN’s “State of the Union” last Sunday morning.
“So, in Texas, we’ve got to get out there and register and meet the voters who are going to decide the outcomes in these next elections.”
“THE STATE OF TEXAS.”
The eyes of the nation are affixed on Texas, as the redistricting battle at the State Capitol reaches a fever pitch. The congressional breakdown of Texas’s 38 seats in the United States Congress shows that Republicans currently hold control of 25 of the 38 seats, while Democrats hold 12 of the 38 congressional seats.
The 18th Congressional District of Texas seat is currently vacant, after Congressman Sylvester Turner’s untimely death back in March of the year.
“ENDORSEMENT ALERT.”
After conducting our research, Aubrey R. Taylor Communications, the publisher of Houston Business Connections Newspaper©, has issued a “THREE-TIERED” endorsement in the race for the 18th Congressional District of Texas.
Carmen Maria Montiel is the best choice for “OUR REPUBLICAN READERS” and our Independent readers to cast their votes for in the race for the 18th Congressional District of Texas.
Jarvis Johnson is the best choice for “OUR DEMOCRATIC READERS” to cast their votes for in the race for the 18th Congressional District of Texas.
The deadline for candidates to sign up to run for the 18th Congressional District of Texas is Wednesday, September 3, 2025, so the field of candidates is likely to change dramatically.
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Congressman Wesley Hunt is a member of the GOP "Greater Opportunity Party," and represents the 38th Congressional District seat, which is 50.1% White, 25.9% Hispanic, 10.1% Asian, 9.6% Black, 3.6% Two or more races, and 0.7% other. That said, redrawing the lines to the 9th Congressional District and the 18th Congressional District could also put CD-02 and CD-38 in play. Republican lawmakers could take away too many Republican voters and add them to other congressional districts.
Jonahan McCullough Sr. has endorsed Carmen Maria Montiel in the race for the 18th Congressional District of Texas. Carment Maria Montiel is the best choice for Republican and Independent voters to cast their votes for on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, in the race for the 18th Congressional District of Texas.
When Carmen Maria Montiel ran against Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee during the 2022 Midterm Election, she received 40,941 votes and spent only a little over $ 126,000.00 on her campaign. Comparatively speaking, when former Councilwoman Amanda Edwards challenged Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, she raised over $1.6 million and received only 14,668 votes. That said, there are well over 417,430 registered voters living in CD-18, which means, if Carmen Maria Montiel can garner the lion's share of the Republican vote, on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, she will make the December runoff, and give "THE GOP" a really good shot to flip CD-18 from blue to red.
Gerry Wayne Monroe, the Five Star General, loved Yates High School and cared deeply about education and local politics. He will always be remembered as the "5-STAR GENERAL," a true community activist who cared about children and the future of the 18th Congressional District of Texas. There's no doubt about it, there will never be another Gerry Wayne Monroe. That said, Gerry would roll over in his grave if I allowed Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis and Christian Menefee to trick the people of the 18th Congressional District into electing Christian Menefee on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, in the "SPECIAL ELECTION," to succeed former Congressman Sylvester Turner.
Former Houston Lawyers Association (HLA) President Traci A. Gibson (second from left) recently closed out her term for the 2024-2025 cycle on a high note, according to her "IMPACT REPORT," which my investigative team and I recently reviewed. Attorney Traci A. Gibson increased revenue by bringing in more than $300,000.00, which represented a 22 percent increase. On Monday, July 7, 2025, attorney Traci A. Gibson signed up to run against Mike Doyle in next year's Tuesday, March 3, 2026, Democratic Party Primary race for Harris County Democratic Party Chairman.
Mike Doyle (left), who serves as the chairman and treasurer for the Harris County Democratic Party, claimed under penalty of perjury that he received a $61,700.00 donation from Gilberto Hinojosa, who was serving as the chairman and treasurer for the Texas Democratic Party on the first day of "EARLY VOTING," which was 10/21/2024, in Texas. Upon inspecting the "CAMPAIGN REPORTS" for the Harris County Democratic Party and the Texas Democratic Party filed on 10/28/2024, Gilberto Hinojosa did not report ever donating $61,700.00 to Mike Doyle and the Harris County Democratic Party or receiving a $61,700.00 donation from the Harris County Democratic Party.
Why did Mike Doyle give the Annette Ramirez Campaign $49,000.00 out of the Harris County Democratic Party (CEC) Bank Account to promote her campaign out of money that was given to him by "BLACK FEMALE JUDGES" and other Democratic candidates?
CONCERNING DONATIONS...
On October 31, 2024, Mike Doyle withdrew $10,000.00 from the Harris County Democratic Party (CEC) County Executive Committee Bank Account and transferred it to the Annette Ramirez Campaign.
On October 31, 2024, Mike Doyle withdrew $17,000.00 from the Harris County Democratic Party (CEC) County Executive Committee Bank Account and transferred it to the Annette Ramirez Campaign.
On November 8, 2024, Mike Doyle withdrew $22,000.00 from the Harris County Democratic Party (CEC) County Executive Committee Bank Account and transferred it to the Annette Ramirez Campaign.
TROUBLING TRANSACTIONS...
Mike Doyle took $175,682.11 that was transferred from the Harris County Democratic Party (CEC) County Executive Committee bank account to the Harris County (FEC) PAC. He let the money sit in the FED PAC Bank account until the election ended. After the coast was clear, Mike Doyle then made 12 twelve transfers from the FED PAC Bank Account to the FED Account as "ALLOCABLE AMOUNT" transfers and "LEVIN FUNDS" transfers.
THE SHELL GAME...
On December 9, 2024, Mike Doyle transferred $13,590.00 from the Harris County Democratic Party (FED) PAC to the (FED) as an allocable amount.
On 12/09/2024, Mike Doyle took $8,000.00 that was sitting inside the Harris County Democratic Party (FED) PAC and transferred it to the (FED) as an allocable amount.
On 12/09/2024, Mike Doyle took $128.00 that was sitting inside the Harris County Democratic Party (FED) PAC and transferred it to the (FED) as a Levin funds transfer.
On 11/25/2024, Mike Doyle took $6,750.00 that was sitting inside the Harris County Democratic Party (FED) PAC and transferred it to the (FED) as a Levin funds transfer.
On 11/20/2024, Mike Doyle took $30,000.00 that was sitting inside the Harris County Democratic Party (FED) PAC and transferred it to the (FED) as an allocable amount.
On 11/20/2024, Mike Doyle took $2,580.00 that was sitting inside the Harris County Democratic Party (FED) PAC and transferred it to the (FED) as a Levin funds transfer.
On 11/14/2024, Mike Doyle took $4,900.00 that was sitting inside the Harris County Democratic Party (FED) PAC and transferred it to the (FED) as an allocable amount.
On 11/13/2024, Mike Doyle took $20,000.00 that was sitting inside the Harris County Democratic Party (FED) PAC and transferred it to the (FED) as an allocable amount.
On November 8, 2024, Mike Doyle transferred $39,175.00 from the Harris County Democratic Party (FED) PAC to the (FED) as an allocable amount.
On 10/31/2024, Mike Doyle took $6,282.99 that was sitting inside the Harris County Democratic Party (FED) PAC and transferred it to the (FED) as a Levin funds transfer.
On 10/31/2024, Mike Doyle took $1,097.50 sitting inside the Harris County Democratic Party (FED) PAC and transferred it to the (FED) as an allocable amount.
On 10/31/2024, Mike Doyle took $43,178.62 sitting inside the Harris County Democratic Party (FED) PAC and transferred it to the (FED) as an allocable amount.
