Money, political machines, & unexpected losses: Lessons learned on the Webb County Judge campaign trail
By Ariel Gomez
Published on March 15, 2026.
The primary election for Webb County Judge in Texas saw four candidates compete, with Jerry Garza winning with over 10,000 votes and C.Y. Matches of C.R. Joe Brawley and Karina Elizondo failing to advance. The candidates discuss the role of political machines and campaign spending, future plans, and the impact of social media reports on their campaigns.
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