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State Sen. Sarah Eckhardt won the Democratic nomination for Texas comptroller in March.

Join The Texas Tribune at 9 a.m. Wednesday, April 29 in Austin or online when Eckhardt sits down with Matthew Watkins, the Tribune’s editor-in-chief, for a conversation about the candidate’s goals for the office, her relationships with the state’s top leaders and the upcoming general election.

This event is part of the Tribune’s ongoing coverage of the 2026 Texas Elections. Stay tuned to the Tribune’s events page for newly announced interviews with run-off and general election candidates.

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