Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson stepping down
· KRGV (NBC 5)
Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson announced her resignation effective July 17, after serving as the state's top election official for three and a half years. In her press release, she emphasized her commitment to secure and accessible voting in Texas. Governor Greg Abbott is required to nominate a successor promptly, though it remains uncertain who that will be or when the appointment will occur. Nelson, a Republican, previously served in the state Senate for 30 years and oversaw seven statewide elections during her tenure. Her office faced scrutiny over voter privacy issues and the functionality of the state's election management system.
AI summary · Source: KRGV (NBC 5) →
