Denton County GOP Endorses Local Candidates for May 2 Election

The Republican Party announced financial contributions to support its chosen candidates across southern Denton County.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 2:20pm

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An abstract, fragmented painting with overlapping geometric shapes in navy, green, and orange, conveying the dynamic energy of local political campaigns.The Denton County GOP's strategic endorsements and financial backing aim to boost its preferred candidates in key local races across southern Denton County.Denton Today

The Denton County Republican Party has announced its endorsements for the May 2 local elections, along with $1,000 financial contributions to each selected candidate. Party officials said precinct chairs met to endorse candidates in several races across southern Denton County towns, including Flower Mound, Highland Village, Justin, Lewisville, and Roanoke.

Why it matters

Local elections are crucial for implementing Republican policies at the community level, and the Denton County GOP's endorsements and financial support aim to boost its preferred candidates in these key races.

The details

The party said the initiative was funded in part through community sponsors and proceeds from a recent silent auction. Officials thanked all candidates who filed to run, emphasizing the importance of local elections in driving 'real change' in neighborhoods, schools, and communities.

  • Early voting runs from April 20 through April 28.
  • Election Day is Saturday, May 2.

The players

Denton County Republican Party

The county-level organization of the Republican Party in Denton County, Texas, which has announced endorsements and financial contributions for local candidates in the May 2 election.

Susan Cox

The Denton County GOP's endorsed candidate for Flower Mound Town Council Place 5.

Lori Hill

The Denton County GOP's endorsed candidate for Highland Village City Council Place 6.

James Clark

One of the Denton County GOP's endorsed candidates for mayor of Justin.

Tomas Mendoza

One of the Denton County GOP's endorsed candidates for mayor of Justin.

Brent Kuykendal

The Denton County GOP's endorsed candidate for Lewisville City Council Place 1.

Ronni Cade

The Denton County GOP's endorsed candidate for Lewisville City Council Place 3.

Brian Pollard

The Denton County GOP's endorsed candidate for Lewisville ISD School Board Place 5.

Donald J. Glacy

The Denton County GOP's endorsed candidate for Roanoke City Council Place 1.

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What’s next

Voters in southern Denton County will have the opportunity to support the Denton County GOP's endorsed candidates in the May 2 local elections.

The takeaway

The Denton County Republican Party is actively working to influence local elections by endorsing and financially supporting candidates who align with its conservative values, underscoring the party's focus on grassroots engagement and community-level policymaking.