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Harris County Treasurer Race
Democrat Carla Wyatt faces Republican Marc Cowart in Harris County treasurer race amid office abolition push.
In brief
Democrat Carla Wyatt faces Republican Marc Cowart in Harris County treasurer race amid office abolition push. Harris County Democrat Carla Wyatt runs against Republican Marc Cowart for treasurer amid efforts to abolish the role by 2027. Originally reported by Houstonchronicle.
Harris County Treasurer Race
Democrat Carla Wyatt faces Republican Marc Cowart in November 2027 election for Harris County treasurer.
Treasurer Role in Crisis
The county treasurer role has been labeled obsolete by officials and experts due to digital banking advances.
Abolition Push
Harris County Commissioners voted to ask Texas Legislature to abolish treasurer office by 2027.
Carla Wyatt's Legal Issues
Wyatt has faced four legal issues since taking office in 2023 including DUI charges and car burglary.
Wyatt's Fraud Case
County staff approved fraudulent checks totaling nearly $53,000 in February 2024.
Republican Challenge
Republican Marc Cowart, former Fort Bend County Judge KP George's chief of staff, runs to keep role.
The key point
Harris County Democrat Carla Wyatt runs against Republican Marc Cowart for treasurer amid efforts to abolish the role by 2027.
