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Texas · Texas's 9th District · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Alex Mealer

Republican

METRO board member and nominee for Harris County judge in 2022

2026 race · Texas's 9th District

91% chance of winning · race rated Likely R

9%91%

84% chance of winning · race rated Likely R

16%84%
● Leticia Gutierrez● Alex Mealer
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Background

Experience
No elected office

Links: Wikipedia · FEC filings · Candidate list (source)

Fundraising

Raised
$2.7M
From individuals
$1.9M
Spent
$2.2M
Cash on hand
$479.4K

Money: FEC, through Sep 30, 2026.

Opponents in 2026