Early voting kicks off next week in Texas's 2026 midterm elections.
Republican Charles Perry is completing his fourth term serving District 28 since he was first elected in 2014.
Democrat Riley Rodriguez signed up to challenge Perry for the Texas State Senate District 28. Riley is a native to the Big Country area and currently lives in Abilene.
Rodriguez is the first Hispanic Democrat to run for the seat in 30 years.
KACU’s Allison Diaz spoke with Riley Rodriquez, discussing issues from data centers, water and electricity scarcity, to the housing crisis, increased property taxes, and state education. He outlined the solutions he would like to put into effect should he be elected.
More information on Riley Rodriquez’s campaign:
- Riley Rodriquez's campaign Website
- Riley Rodriquez's Facebook page
