FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – Fort Bend County Judge Daniel Wong is pushing back against claims that he no longer has the authority to lead county government and is scheduled to address the controversy during a Thursday afternoon press conference.
Wong announced he will hold a press conference at noon Thursday at the Historic Courthouse in Richmond, where he is expected to discuss what he calls “improper actions” by the Fort Bend County Attorney and two out of the four members of Commissioners Court who have questioned his authority to conduct county business and carry out the duties of the county judge’s office.
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The press conference comes one day after the county attorney stated that Wong no longer has authority to serve as interim county judge.
The dispute centers around Wong’s appointment following the resignation of former Fort Bend County Judge KP George, who stepped down from office earlier this month.
The growing disagreement has created uncertainty over who has the authority to lead county government and oversee county operations until voters elect a permanent replacement.
Wong’s attorney, Christopher D. Hilton of Stone Hilton PLLC, is expected to join him at Thursday’s press conference.
KPRC 2 will continue following developments and provide updates from the press conference as they become available.