Tano E. Tijerina
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- Current office
- Webb County Judge (since 2015)
- Occupation
- Webb County Judge
Background
- Native of Webb County; bachelor's degree in kinesiology with a minor in criminal justice. source: branch.vote
- Former minor league baseball player. source: nbcnews.com
- Served on the Laredo City Council. source: branch.vote
- Elected Webb County judge in 2014 as a Democrat; switched to the Republican Party in 2024. source: nbcnews.com
- Won the March 3, 2026 Republican primary for District 28 with about 75% of the vote (unofficial results). source: krgv.com
In their own words
What the candidate says they will work on, from their campaign site or their answers to news-outlet questionnaires. We list it as stated and do not rate it.
- Lower taxes for working families and small businesses; cut federal regulations and spending source: branch.vote
- Clear cryptocurrency regulation and financial privacy source: branch.vote
- Attract new industries and expand South Texas technology and logistics sectors source: branch.vote
- Secure the border and stop illegal crossings source: branch.vote
- Legal immigration programs with five- or ten-year plans source: branch.vote
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