Her confirmation marks the first time in six years that senators have approved Gov. Greg...
Senator Jane Nelson jokes with Governor Greg Abbott after his speech in the Senate as the 86th State Legislature convenes on January 8, 2019.The Texas Senate confirmed former state Sen. Jane Nelson as Texas’ top elections official on Wednesday, marking the first time in six years that senators have approved Gov. Greg Abbott’s pick for secretary of state.and return to the private sector.
In addition to her responsibilities as the state’s elections chief, Nelson also represents Texas in meetings with foreign government officials and serves as senior adviser to the governor on border affairs. Senators declined to confirm Abbott's next two nominees during legislative session, forcing them to leave office.
Whitley was succeeded by Ruth Hughs, who left office amid growing GOP distrust in election results. Though Republicans did not publicly express a lack of faith in her, Democrats said she was pushed out after her office asserted that Texas had a"smooth and secure" election in 2020.
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