Endorsements

Elected Officials

Lt. Governor Dan Patrick

“I strongly endorse Orlando Sanchez for Harris County Judge because he is a proven conservative leader with the experience, integrity, and fiscal discipline needed to restore accountability and turn Harris County red again.”

“Orlando’s long record of public service and commitment to Republican values make him the right choice to lead Harris County effectively, and fight for Texas families.”

State Senator Paul Bettencourt

I strongly recommend a vote FOR Orlando Sanchez for Harris County Judge! I know him well as a fiscally responsible former Harris County Treasurer and Houston City Council member who will fight against the leftist progressives. As County Judge, Orlando will deliver conservative leadership, lower the property tax rate, make public safety a priority, and stop corruption in county government.

State Senator Joan Huffman

“I proudly endorse Orlando Sanchez for Harris County Judge to bring proven experience, integrity, and a steadfast commitment to conservative values, public safety, fiscal responsibility, and putting taxpayers first in our community. Orlando will restore accountability and effective leadership to our county government, and I urge Republicans to support him in his campaign to deliver real results for Harris County.”

State Senator Lois Kolkhorst

“I’m proud to endorse Orlando Sanchez for Harris County Judge. His proven track record of fiscal discipline as County Treasurer and decades-long commitment to our shared conservative values, will restore accountability and lower taxes for hardworking families in Harris County. Orlando’s experience and dedication make him the strong leader we need to put Harris County back on the path to responsible, effective governance.”

State Senator Lois Kolkhorst SD 18

State Representative Mano DeAyala

“As a principled conservative committed to fiscal responsibility, transparency, and effective governance, I proudly endorse Orlando Sanchez for Harris County Judge. His proven track record as County Treasurer and Houston City Council member, along with his dedication to taxpayer protection, make him the strong leader we need to restore accountability and get our county back on track.”

State Representative Charles Cunningham

“As a conservative leader proudly representing Kingwood and much of northeast Harris County in the Texas House, I strongly endorse Orlando Sanchez for Harris County Judge. Orlando’s extensive experience as former Harris County Treasurer and Houston City Council member gives him the necessary tools to deliver real fiscal discipline.

Orlando will accelerate critical flood control and drainage projects like the Kingwood Diversion Ditch, Taylor Gully improvements, and Bens Branch maintenance; all projects that our community has urgently needed since Harvey. I trust Orlando to prioritize Kingwood families, ensuring taxpayer funded flood bonds are used effectively for tangible protection, and restoring accountable and conservative leadership that puts safety, prosperity, and drainage solutions first for our neighborhoods.”

Charles Cunningham, State Representative, District 127

State Representative Sam Harless

“As a conservative representing House District 126 in northwest Harris County, including Spring, Klein, Champion Forest, and parts of Cy-Fair, I proudly endorse Orlando Sanchez for Harris County Judge.

Orlando’s proven leadership as former Harris County Treasurer and Houston City Council member perfectly positions him to deliver effective flood mitigation projects that protect our flood-prone neighborhoods, restore public safety by fully funding law enforcement and cracking down on crime, and bring back good governance through fiscal responsibility, transparency, and putting taxpayers first.”

State Representative Tom Oliverson

“As a fellow conservative Republican committed to fiscal responsibility and limited government, I strongly endorse Orlando Sanchez for Harris County Judge.  Orlando brings proven conservative credentials, including his courageous vote as a Houston City Council member to cut property taxes, earning the Harris County Republican Party’s Political Courage Award, along with a steadfast record of opposing tax-and-spend policies.

With six years on the Houston City Council and 12 years serving as Harris County Treasurer, where he earned transparency awards for prudent financial oversight, Orlando has the deep experience in local city and county government needed to restore conservative governance, lower taxes, reduce crime, and protect our communities in Harris County.”

Tom Oliverson, M. D.
Texas State Representative, HD-130

State Representative Dennis Paul

“I am proud to endorse Orlando Sanchez for Harris County Judge. Orlando’s proven record of fiscal responsibility as former Harris County Treasurer and Houston City Councilman demonstrates the strong conservative leadership needed to lower property taxes, enhance public safety, and deliver good, responsible governance for Harris County.

With decades of dedicated public service and a commitment to accountability, Orlando will restore integrity to the office of Harris County Judge and put hardworking families first, all qualities I wholeheartedly support as we work together for a better Texas.”

— State Representative Dennis Paul, HD-129

State Representative Michael Schofield

“As a conservative dedicated to responsible governance and fiscal accountability, I strongly endorse Orlando Sanchez for Harris County Judge.  With his proven track record as former Harris County Treasurer, where he earned transparency awards in managing Harris County’s finances, and his experience on Houston City Council, Orlando is the qualified choice to lower property taxes, fund law enforcement, and oversee flood mitigation for our residents.”

State Representative Michael Schofield, Texas House District 132

State Representative Valoree Swanson

“As a dedicated conservative representing much of North Harris County, I proudly endorse Orlando Sanchez for Harris County Judge to restore strong, principled leadership to our county government. Orlando’s extensive experience, where he has championed transparency and fiscal discipline, both as Harris County Treasurer and as a Houston City Council Member, uniquely equips him with the skills to tackle rising tax burdens, enhance public safety, and improve infrastructure resilience for families across our region.”

Candidate for State Representative Scott Bowen

“As a lifelong resident and conservative Republican running to represent the hardworking families of House District 129, including Clear Lake, Seabrook, Webster, Friendswood, and parts of southeast Harris County, I proudly endorse Orlando Sanchez for Harris County Judge.  Orlando’s extensive experience as a former Harris County and City of Houston Elected Official, along with his proven commitment to fiscal responsibility, lowering taxes, combating crime, and delivering real solutions for our flood-prone Bay Area neighborhoods, makes him the strong, accountable leader we need to restore dependable, conservative governance to Harris County.”

Scott Bowen
Republican Candidate for Texas House District 129

Candidate for State Representative Tom Butler

“As a conservative Republican candidate for State Representative, House District 128, which includes hardworking communities across southeast Harris County like Baytown, Deer Park, La Porte, and parts of Pasadena, I proudly endorse Orlando Sanchez for Harris County Judge.

Orlando’s proven record of fiscal responsibility as former Harris County Treasurer and Houston City Councilman, combined with his commitment to lowering property taxes, reducing crime, and delivering effective flood mitigation projects, makes him the strong leader we need to restore accountability and put our families first.”

Harris County Commissioner Pct 3 Tom Ramsey

Orlando Sanchez has proven himself through years of experience as Harris County Treasurer and on Houston City Council, demonstrating strong leadership and a commitment to conservative principles that will restore accountability to Commissioners Court.

I proudly endorse Orlando Sanchez for Harris County Judge and urge voters to support him in bringing effective, results-oriented governance back to our county.

Chris Daniel, Candidate for Harris County District Clerk

“Orlando is the only candidate that can win in November. His ability to navigate not only the county, but the city as well, is a major factor in his crossover appeal. Folks from all walks of life understand that Orlando knows government and will keep the best interests of Harris County taxpayers ahead of partisan special interests, that have dominated the Democrat side of the aisle for far too long.”

Chris Daniel, Candidate for Harris County District Clerk

Former Justice of the Peace George Risner

“As a former Democratic Justice of the Peace in Harris County, I have always believed that good governance, fiscal responsibility, transparency, and effective public safety, transcends party lines and should unite us all.  That is why I proudly cross the aisle to endorse Orlando Sanchez for Harris County Judge.  His proven record as Harris County Treasurer and Houston City Council Member – lowering taxes, balancing budgets, funding law enforcement,  and accountable leadership, demonstrates the non-partisan, results-driven stewardship that Harris County so desperately needs right now.”

Houston City Council Member Fred Flickinger

“As Houston City Council Member for District E, I’ve worked on projects with Orlando Sanchez and have seen firsthand his no-nonsense approach to managing taxpayer dollars and delivering results. I endorse him wholeheartedly for Harris County Judge.  Orlando is the battle-tested conservative we need to cut wasteful spending, tackle flooding head-on, and get Harris County back on solid financial ground.

Orlando’s background as a successful public servant, who escaped communism and built a life of service here in Houston, gives him the unique perspective and grit to lead Harris County forward.  I’m proud to stand with Orlando in his race for Harris County Judge.”

Former Houston City Council Member Bert Keller

“As a former Houston City Council Member representing District G, I had the privilege of working closely with Orlando Sanchez, where we successfully collaborated to reduce the tax burden on Houston families and businesses while fully funding the Houston Police Department to ensure our officers had the resources needed to keep our city safe.

Orlando consistently demonstrated principled conservative leadership, fiscal responsibility, and unwavering support for public safety during our time together on Council. I proudly endorse Orlando Sanchez for Harris County Judge. He is the proven leader Harris County needs to protect taxpayers, support law enforcement, and restore responsible governance.”

HISD Trustee Bridget Wade

“Orlando Sanchez is a proven conservative leader with decades of dedicated public service, from Houston City Council to Harris County Treasurer, and he will bring the fiscal discipline and strong governance Harris County desperately needs. I wholeheartedly endorse Orlando for Harris County Judge. He has my full support to restore accountability and put the citizens of Harris County first!”

Lois Kolkhorst, State Senator, District 18
Tom Oliverson, State Representative, HD 130
Mike Knox, Former Houston City Council
Dr. Martha Wong, former Houston City Council
Mike Knox, Former Houston City Council

Organizations

Harris County Republican Precinct Chairs

  • Ronald Gene Schwartz, Pct 014
  • Betty Jo Edwards Precint 018
  • James Honey, Pct 021
  • Evan McClanahan, Pct 026
  • Paul Cravey, Pct 028
  • Fe Bencosme, Pct 033
  • Robert Kenney, Pct 036
  • Pamela Edwards, Pct 056
  • James Bowen, Pct 091
  • Rausto Nolasco, Pct 044
  • Luis LaRotta, Pct 053
  • Laura Sons-Dufrene Precicnt 108
  • Amy Duty, Pct 113
  • Thomas Whittington, Pct 123
  • Kelly Stahlman, Pct 124
  • David Barker, Pct 126
  • Jay Milton, Pct 129
  • Douglas Berry, Pct 133
  • Larry Murphy, Pct 103
  • Eliana Londono, Pct 149
  • Richard Bernhard, Pct 142
  • Russell Rush, Pct 155
  • Hon. Mark Goldberg, Pct 175
  • Monica Roberts, Pct 179
  • Louise Caldwell, Pct 199
  • Devin Bily, Pct 204
  • Carrie Scott, Pct 211
  • Bill Frazer, Pct 274
  • Gary Sintas, Pct 279
  • Sylvia Spivey, Pct 282
  • David Nadel, Pct 287
  • Hon. Timothy Taft, Pct 298
  • Claud Roundtree, Pct 310
  • Michael Holsey, Pct 312
  • Albert Cheng, Pct 315
  • Deanna Robertson, Pct 240
  • David Dick, Pct 313
  • Jeffrey Larson, Pct 349
  • Clinton Thornburg, Pct 364
  • Jeffrey Jones, Pct 365
  • Hayward Babin, Pct 368
  • Rebekah Vela, Pct 377
  • James Fulop, Pct 384
  • Jason Roper, Pct 644
  • Tahir Bhatti, Pct 660
  • Thomas Bazan, Pct 661
  • Stephen Brownlow, Pct 712
  • David Farrington, Pct 713
  • Gavin Babineaux, Pct 741
  • Erroll Ivery, Pct 748
  • Eric Biersdorfer, Pct 751
  • Deborah Carr, Pct 757
  • Maria Garza, Pct 762
  • Phil Owens 
  • Raul Reyes, Retired HFD Chief
  • Phillip Aronoff 
  • Alice Rekweg, Former Senate District 4 Chair & Pct Chair
  • Bridget Wade, HISD Trustee Dist VII
  • Elias De La Garza 
  • Carol Churchill 
  • Angie Jones, Former Pct 287 Chair
  • Arnold Gacita, Past Chairman, Houston Hispanic Chamber
  • Robert Sakowitz 
  • David Riddle, Former Senate District 7 Chair & Pct 114 Chair
  • Al Farrack 
  • George Hammerlein 
  • Hon. Jacqueline Lucci Smith 
  • Efren Gonzalez 

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