From FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth · Peyton Yager · · 1m
New Tarrant County Judge Promises Transparency
Democrat Alisa Simmons wins Tarrant County Judge election with 56% of votes, pledging transparency after clashes with citizens.
In brief
Democrat Alisa Simmons wins Tarrant County Judge election with 56% of votes, pledging transparency after clashes with citizens. Democrat Alisa Simmons becomes Tarrant County Judge in 2027 after defeating Republican Tim O'Hare, promising transparency and policy work. Originally reported by FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth.
New Tarrant County Judge Elected
Democrat Alisa Simmons defeats Republican incumbent Tim O'Hare to become Tarrant County Judge.
Election Results
Simmons wins 56% of votes with 402,291 ballots, O'Hare receives 44% with 311,040 ballots.
Transparency Pledge
Simmons promises more transparency for Tarrant County Commissioners Court after citizen clashes.
Policy Focus
Simmons aims to review county budget and investigate recent jail deaths and mental health access.
Court Changes
Court returns to two monthly meetings with three minutes of public comment per session.
Assumption of Office
Simmons takes office as Tarrant County Judge on January 1, 2027.
At a glance
Democrat Alisa Simmons becomes Tarrant County Judge in 2027 after defeating Republican Tim O'Hare, promising transparency and policy work.
