This is wrong. I am profoundly disappointed in the lack of transparency by the administration. One of my relatives, a U.S. citizen, was wrongly detained by ICE. He is OK, but the unlawful actions of ICE are not. Our city should not enable wrongful actors.
Alejandra Salinas
276 posts
Houston City Council Member At Large #4
- As a dog mom, I know that every being deserves to be treated with compassion and dignity. Thank you to the Animal Justice League and Harris County Democratic Party for organizing a free pet wellness clinic, providing food, treats, and vaccinations for Houston’s dogs and cats.
- Governor Abbott works for Trump, not for Texas. I call on the city to explore suing the Trump and Abbott administration over these unlawful anti-LGBTQ+ restrictions on the use of infrastructure funds. I’ve stood up to corrupt politicians, and the city can too.Opinion | The Houston Chronicle editorial board wants the city's mayor to stand up against state and federal incursion into local decisions about crosswalk design — and stand up for our LGBT community. houstonchronicle.com/opinion/editor…
- Shame on METRO. Making a crosswalk more dangerous by removing brightly colored paint initially installed because of the death of a pedestrian. History will judge METRO poorly, as I do now.
- Thank You Houston! We had a great night last night, and it was all because of our incredible volunteers, generous donors, amazing friends and colleagues, expert campaign team – and my wife and family. I am deeply grateful to those who voted for me and will work hard every day
- This is a big one! As Chairman of the Texas House Democrats, @GeneforTexas led the fight against Donald Trump and Greg Abbott’s racist gerrymandered Congressional maps and has authored many pieces of legislation to strengthen Texas families. I am so excited to announce our
- While serving as a surrogate for Barack Obama, I came out as an LGBTQ Latina on national television at the 2012 Democratic National Convention. I came out to inspire LGBTQ youth to find their own voices. @teamlpac ensures all voices are heard in the halls of power. I’m proud of
- Was great to see so much solidarity at today's @TexasAFLCIO Women of Labor breakfast. Unions built the middle class and as a Houston City Council Member, I will work to make Houston a place where all workers are treated with dignity and respect.
- Seeing so many young voters energized with the @Harrisyds was very inspiring! As a Houston City Council Member, I will promote more youth jobs programs and be a mentor for students to get involved in politics.
- It was an honor to attend Sunday service at the historic Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church in Third Ward this morning. I’m so grateful to Pastor Reverend Dr. Marcus Cosby and Reverend Dr. Alexander E. M. Johnson for the warm welcome
- Happy Hispanic Heritage month! I am incredibly proud of the community's work to restore LULAC’s first Houston clubhouse. Let's make history by electing the first Latina at-large council member in 30 years!
- I’m so grateful for all of the friends, family, and volunteers who have supported our campaign’s vision to deliver better infrastructure to every corner of Houston. As a Houston City Council Member, I will fight for every Houstonian, just like this city has supported me.
- My opponent used AI to plagiarize my policy priorities. The last thing we need representing us on the Houston City Council is an AI bot.
- It's official: I filed for the November 4th Special Election for Houston City Council At-Large, Position 4. Thank you to my family and friends, especially my wife Elizabeth for making this possible!






























