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Ron Nirenberg defeats Patrick Von Dohlen in Bexar County Judge race

Democrat Ron Nirenberg won the Bexar County Judge race against Republican Patrick Von Dohlen on November 3, 2026. Nirenberg previously served eight years as San Antonio mayor and defeated incumbent Peter Sakai in the Democratic primary by nearly 25 points.

Where
Bexar County
When
Nov. 3, 2026
Sources
Reported by 2 outlets

Counties: Bexar

Taxes and money

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Who's involved

  • Ron NirenbergDemocratic candidate for Bexar County Judge; former San Antonio mayor
  • Patrick Von DohlenRepublican candidate for Bexar County Judge
  • Peter SakaiIncumbent Bexar County Judge defeated by Nirenberg in Democratic primary

The facts

  • Nirenberg defeated Sakai by nearly 25 points in the Democratic primary.1
  • After initial results counted, Nirenberg held more than twice as many votes as Von Dohlen.1
  • Nirenberg served eight years as San Antonio mayor before this race.1
  • Nirenberg and Von Dohlen opposed each other on issues including Chick-fil-A at the airport.1

Who said what

These are statements and claims made by the people involved. They are reported, not verified.

  • Ron Nirenberg Bexar County should expand beyond traditional roles of courts, jail and emergency response.1
  • Patrick Von Dohlen His motivation for running was to stop Ron Nirenberg from becoming Bexar County Judge.1

How they headlined it

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  • Former San Antonio mayor Ron Nirenberg claims new role as next Bexar County Judge

    Texas Public Radio | TPR

  • Ron Nirenberg declares victory in race for Bexar County judge

    KSAT

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  1. Former San Antonio mayor Ron Nirenberg claims new role as next Bexar County Judge Texas Public Radio | TPR Not rated, November 3, 2026

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