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Amber Givens Defeats Dallas DA John Creuzot in Primary Upset

With no Republican on the ballot, her primary win effectively installs a new leader for the office in January.

Overview

  • Givens led 54% to 46% after Dallas counted tens of thousands of late ballots, and Creuzot conceded the race.
  • The Texas Supreme Court stayed a local order that extended voting hours, leaving unresolved questions about ballots cast after the original poll closing time.
  • With no GOP opponent in November, Givens is expected to take office in January and would be the first Black woman elected Dallas County district attorney.
  • Givens is appealing a 2025 public reprimand by the State Commission on Judicial Conduct, and reports indicate any outcome will not prevent her from serving.
  • Outspent and lacking major institutional backing, she credited a grassroots, faith-driven effort—boosted by turnout organizers including Jasmine Crockett—and pledged a community-focused office with a stronger case-intake process.