County Judge: who gets your vote?
What this role does
The Harris County judge chairs Commissioners Court and leads county emergency management. Commissioners Court votes on the county budget, tax rates, and major county business.
This is a county-government leadership role, distinct from a criminal or civil trial judge.
- County government
- County budget and services
- Emergency management
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Data last updated: Oct 31, 2026 (state and local ballot sources). Verify approaching elections with your state election office.
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ORLANDO SANCHEZ
Running for County Judge · Texas
StateRepublican Party / Partido Republicano
LETITIA PLUMMER
Running for County Judge · Texas
StateDemocratic Party / Partido Demócrata
Job fit
ORLANDO SANCHEZ
LETITIA PLUMMER
- Plummer’s campaign identifies her as a former Houston City Council member. 3
- Her campaign says she has owned a small business for more than 25 years and provided dental care, mentored young professionals and created jobs through her practice. 4
- Houston Public Media reported that her 2022 dental disciplinary case involved missed tooth diagnoses and one overcharged patient; she settled, agreeing to a $4,000 fine, educational courses and two years’ probation. 5
Top issues
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ORLANDO SANCHEZ
- At the October 22, 2026 debate, Sanchez opposed using local law enforcement as ICE agents in Harris County, saying their first duty was public safety. 5
- At the October 22, 2026 debate, Sanchez proposed a new criminal justice center north of downtown, outside the central business district, including a mental health facility. 5
- At the October 22, 2026 debate, Sanchez opposed general obligation and revenue bonds for the Astrodome, called it a lower priority, and expressed openness if private developers stepped up. 5
LETITIA PLUMMER
- At the October 22, 2026 debate, Plummer said she would remove the budget line for administrative costs associated with the 287(g) immigration-enforcement agreement. 5
- At the October 22, 2026 debate, Plummer said she would immediately rescind the Flock surveillance contract as then written and protect residents’ privacy when introducing AI technology. 5
Record in office
We haven't found a record in office for either candidate yet.
Who pays them
ORLANDO SANCHEZ
What the source says
The Chronicle reported Sanchez raised $762,266 and spent $690,410 during September 25–October 24, 2026, with $103,314 remaining on October 24.
What the source says
The Chronicle listed Richard Weekley among Sanchez’s top donors, with $130,000 in contributions.
LETITIA PLUMMER
What the source says
The Houston Chronicle reported that Plummer raised $522,510 between September 25 and October 24, 2026.
What the source says
The Houston Chronicle listed the Senfronia Thompson Campaign Fund among Plummer’s top donors, contributing $50,000.
What is Senfronia Thompson Campaign Fund?
This is the campaign fund of Senfronia Thompson, a Democratic Texas House member representing parts of north Houston and Humble. The retained report identifies the politician behind this gift, but does not explain who funded her committee. 6
Checks
No checks have run for either candidate yet.
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Sources
- Republican Orlando Sanchez, former county treasurer and ... · checked 2026-10-31 used in: Experience
- Orlando Sanchez (politician) · checked 2026-10-31 used in: Experience
- Letitia Plummer for Harris County Judge · checked 2026-10-31 used in: Experience
- Meet Letitia — Letitia Plummer for Harris County Judge · checked 2026-10-31 used in: Experience
- Harris County Judge candidates face off in debate over ICE ... · checked 2026-10-31 used in: Experience, Top issues
- Biggest donors backing Plummer, Sanchez in Harris ... · checked 2026-10-31 used in: Money