Dr. Letitia Plummer Makes Texas History: First Muslim-American Woman Elected Harris County Judge

Dr. Letitia Plummer Makes History as First Muslim-American Woman Elected Harris County Judge

Victory Marks a Historic Milestone for Black, Muslim, Asian American and South Asian Representation in Harris County Government   Houston, Texas | November 3–4, 2026 | Reported by Tariq Nehal Khan HOUSTON, TEXAS — Dr. Letitia Plummer, the Democratic nominee, has been elected Harris County Judge, defeating Republican Orlando Sanchez in the November 3, 2026 general election. Plummer declared victory as Sanchez delivered his concession speech, and she becomes the first Black woman to serve as county judge in Harris County, according to KPRC-TV. Results remain unofficial until the canvass…

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