Robert Howden, Abbott aide, to succeed Jane Nelson as Texas’ top election official

The Texas Tribune reports Robert Howden, an aide to Governor Abbott, has been appointed to succeed Jane Nelson as Texas's top election official. The move comes as the state prepares for the November midterms, following weeks of speculation over who would take over the role.

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