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Veteran Texas lawmaker John Whitmire secures Houston mayoral victory in a runoff against US Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee...
Whitmire, a seasoned Texas lawmaker with 50 years of service representing the city, secured a victory over US Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee.P)..
Whitmires campaign expenditures far exceeded those of Jackson Lee, who was vying to become Houstons first Black female mayor..
Both candidates, who are prominent political figures in Houston, leveraged their extensive political experience as a testament to their qualifications for leading a city that is grappling with issues such as crime, deteriorating infrastructure, and potential budget deficits..
The election of Whitmire, who is 74, and Jackson Lee, who is 73, sparked some frustration among younger Democratic voters who are eager for fresh political talent in Texas to challenge the GOPs 30-year statewide dominance..
