Incumbent Cameron County Judge Eddie Treviño Jr. is in the lead to retain his seat in the Democratic primary, according to unofficial election results from the county.

Treviño received 9,938 early votes, or over 44%, according to the county elections department.

Port of Brownsville Board Chairman Esteban “Steve” Guerra received more than 31% of the votes, or 6,971 ballots during early voting. Former Cameron County Sheriff Eric Garza received 5,468 votes, or more than 24% of the votes.

All election results are unofficial until they’ve been canvassed. 

The winner of the Democratic primary will face Republican challenger Mauro Garza in the November 2026 election.

This is a developing story, check back for updates.

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