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Waco Attorneys Vie for 170th District Court Seat
Barrett Thomas and Gina Long face off in Republican primary for judicial position.
Published on Feb. 6, 2026
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Waco attorneys Barrett Thomas and Gina Long are running in the March 3 Republican primary for the 170th District Court seat. The winner of the primary will likely be unopposed in the November general election.
Why it matters
The 170th District Court seat in Waco is an important judicial position that handles a variety of civil and criminal cases. The outcome of this race could impact the court's approach to key legal issues in the region.
The details
Thomas and Long, both experienced Waco attorneys, are competing for the Republican nomination for the 170th District Court. The winner of the March 3 primary will be heavily favored to win the general election in November, as the district leans heavily Republican.
- The Republican primary election for the 170th District Court seat will be held on March 3, 2026.
- The general election for the 170th District Court seat will take place in November 2026.
The players
Barrett Thomas
A Waco attorney running for the Republican nomination for the 170th District Court seat.
Gina Long
A Waco attorney running for the Republican nomination for the 170th District Court seat.
What they’re saying
“The experience and judicial philosophy of the next 170th District Court judge will be crucial for Waco residents.”
— Barrett Thomas, Waco Attorney (Waco Tribune-Herald)
“I'm running to uphold the rule of law and ensure the court serves the community fairly and impartially.”
— Gina Long, Waco Attorney (Waco Tribune-Herald)
What’s next
The Republican primary election for the 170th District Court seat will be held on March 3, 2026. The winner of the primary will be heavily favored to win the general election in November 2026.
The takeaway
The race for the 170th District Court seat in Waco is an important local election that will determine the next judge for this key judicial position. Voters will have a choice between two experienced Waco attorneys with differing visions for the court's role in the community.
