Amanda Edwards Announces Run for Texas' 18th Congressional District

The former Houston City Council member joins a growing field of candidates vying to fill the seat left vacant by U.S. Rep. Sylvester Turner's death.

Amanda Edwards, who served on Houston City Council from 2016 to 2020, officially declared her candidacy for the 18th Congressional District seat on March 19, 2025.
The district, a Democratic stronghold with deep historical ties to Houston’s Black community, was previously represented by prominent figures like Barbara Jordan and Sheila Jackson Lee.
Edwards emphasized her focus on healthcare access, economic stability, and disaster recovery as key priorities for her campaign.
Other candidates, including Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee and State Rep. Jolanda Jones, have also announced or are considering their candidacies for the seat.
Governor Greg Abbott has yet to announce the timing of the special election to fill the vacancy created by Sylvester Turner’s death earlier this month.