In the race for land commissioner, Democrat Benjamin Flores declared victory online. The land commissioner oversees an agency that handles 13 million acres of state land. The General Land Office also administers federal money for disaster relief, supports veterans, helps contribute to public school funding and has administrative control over the Alamo.
María Méndez works on efforts to better connect with Texans and writes explainers and guides. She strives to answer Texans' questions about politics and public policy and to help them find resources.... More by María Méndez
