Orlando Sanchez, Harris County Judge

Orlando Sanchez

Republican

Running for Harris County Judge.

Background

Former Harris County treasurer (2007 to 2018) and former Houston City Council member. Ran for Houston mayor in 2001 and 2003 and for city controller in 2019 and 2023. Won the May 26, 2026 Republican runoff over Warren Howell.

Prior offices: Harris County Treasurer (2007-2018); Houston City Council

Positions

Flooding and Drainage

What is the candidate's approach to flood control and drainage projects?

No public position found.

Searched Oct 20, 2026.

Public Safety

What is the candidate's position on law enforcement funding, staffing, and the county jail?

Lists reducing crime as a core goal of his campaign.

Budget and Taxes

What is the candidate's position on the county budget and tax rate?

Emphasizes tax relief and says he wants to restore what he calls "fiscal sanity" to Commissioners Court.

Roads and Infrastructure

What is the candidate's approach to roads, transit, and infrastructure?

No public position found.

Searched Oct 20, 2026.

Priorities for This Office

What does the candidate say they would prioritize in this specific office?

Lists tax relief, economic growth and reducing crime as campaign themes.

Money

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Endorsements

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