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Brazos County, Texas

Brazos County Judge

See where Kacal stand on taxes and the budget. Names follow official Brazos County election filings.

About this race

March 3 primary result: Kyle Kacal won the Republican nomination outright over Mike Southerland, 62.18%-37.82%; no Democrat filed, so Kacal is the only candidate on the November 3 ballot, per the county's official primary canvass.

What this office does

County judge (county executive). In Texas and a few other states the county judge is the county's chief executive and presides over the commissioners court, the county's governing board. The office prepares the budget, runs county administration and emergency management and, in smaller counties, still hears some probate and misdemeanor matters. It is an administrative office more than a courtroom one.

This race. Every voter in Brazos County votes on this seat. One name is on the ballot for this seat.

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Kyle Kacal

Republican

Top priorities

From the campaign site

  • Keep taxes low and regulations limited on county government
  • Protect Second Amendment and private property rights
  • Promote transparency and responsiveness in county operations
Biography

Kacal describes himself as a lifetime rancher and longtime Brazos Valley resident who previously served in the Texas House representing District 12, per the campaign site. Kacal currently serves as Brazos County Judge, per the campaign site.

Next on your ballotBrazos County Commissioner, Precinct 2

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Brazos County Judge in 2026?

One candidate is tracked for Brazos County Judge on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Kyle Kacal. Candidate information follows official Brazos County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below. See where they stand on taxes and the budget.

When is the Brazos County Judge election in Texas?

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Texas are on the Texas election hub at theballotbrief.com.

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Candidate roster from official Brazos County and state election office filings, last verified October 16, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.

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Also on your ballot
Brazos County Commissioner, Precinct 4Brazos County District ClerkBrazos County ClerkSee all 21 Brazos County races
Candidate profiles
Kyle Kacal, full profileOfficial Texas election office