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Francisco Lopez (Texas)

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Francisco Lopez
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Republican Party

Elections and appointments
Last election

March 5, 2024

Education

High school

Eastwood High School

Associate

Southwest Texas Junior College, 2016

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Army

Years of service

1984 - 1987

Personal
Birthplace
McAllen, Texas
Religion
Christian
Profession
Retired
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Francisco Lopez (Republican Party) (also known as Frank) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Texas' 23rd Congressional District. He lost in the Republican primary on March 5, 2024.

Lopez completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Francisco Lopez was born in McAllen, Texas. He served in the U.S. Army from 1984 to 1987. He graduated from Eastwood High School. Lopez earned an associate degree from Southwest Texas Junior College in 2016. His career experience includes working in law enforcement and as an ordained minister and mediator. Lopez has been affiliated with the Amistad Pregnancy Care Center.[1][2]

Elections

2024

See also: Texas' 23rd Congressional District election, 2024

Texas' 23rd Congressional District election, 2024 (March 5 Democratic primary)

Texas' 23rd Congressional District election, 2024 (March 5 Republican primary)

General election

General election for U.S. House Texas District 23

Incumbent Tony Gonzales defeated Santos Limon in the general election for U.S. House Texas District 23 on November 5, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Tony Gonzales
Tony Gonzales (R)
 
62.3
 
180,720
Image of Santos Limon
Santos Limon (D)
 
37.7
 
109,373

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 290,093
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Republican primary runoff election

Republican primary runoff for U.S. House Texas District 23

Incumbent Tony Gonzales defeated Brandon Herrera in the Republican primary runoff for U.S. House Texas District 23 on May 28, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Tony Gonzales
Tony Gonzales
 
50.6
 
15,023
Image of Brandon Herrera
Brandon Herrera
 
49.4
 
14,669

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 29,692
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 23

Santos Limon defeated Lee Bausinger in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 23 on March 5, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Santos Limon
Santos Limon
 
58.5
 
16,316
Image of Lee Bausinger
Lee Bausinger
 
41.5
 
11,577

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 27,893
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 23

Incumbent Tony Gonzales and Brandon Herrera advanced to a runoff. They defeated Julie Clark, Francisco Lopez, and Victor Avila in the Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 23 on March 5, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Tony Gonzales
Tony Gonzales
 
45.1
 
25,988
✔
Image of Brandon Herrera
Brandon Herrera
 
24.6
 
14,201
Image of Julie Clark
Julie Clark
 
13.9
 
7,994
Image of Francisco Lopez
Francisco Lopez Candidate Connection
 
10.9
 
6,266
Image of Victor Avila
Victor Avila
 
5.5
 
3,181

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 57,630
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Endorsements

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2022

See also: Texas' 23rd Congressional District election, 2022

General election

General election for U.S. House Texas District 23

Incumbent Tony Gonzales defeated John Lira and Francisco Lopez in the general election for U.S. House Texas District 23 on November 8, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Tony Gonzales
Tony Gonzales (R)
 
55.9
 
116,649
Image of John Lira
John Lira (D) Candidate Connection
 
38.8
 
80,947
Image of Francisco Lopez
Francisco Lopez (Independent) Candidate Connection
 
5.4
 
11,180

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 208,776
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 23

John Lira defeated Priscilla Golden in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 23 on March 1, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of John Lira
John Lira Candidate Connection
 
55.9
 
19,816
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Priscilla Golden
 
44.1
 
15,664

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 35,480
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 23

Incumbent Tony Gonzales defeated Alma Arredondo-Lynch and Alia Garcia-Ureste in the Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 23 on March 1, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Tony Gonzales
Tony Gonzales
 
78.0
 
37,212
Image of Alma Arredondo-Lynch
Alma Arredondo-Lynch
 
15.2
 
7,261
Image of Alia Garcia-Ureste
Alia Garcia-Ureste
 
6.8
 
3,235

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 47,708
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Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Candidate Connection

Francisco Lopez completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Lopez's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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I am a lifelong Texan, born McAllen and raised in Alamo in the Rio Grande Valley. I was a cub scout, played little league baseball and our family attended my grandfather’s church. During high school, in El Paso, I participated in the US Army Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps, ascending to the rank of Battalion Executive Officer.

I joined the US Army Military Police Corps (Veteran) and served at Ft. Benning, Georgia, Honduras, Central America and Mainz, West Germany. I am an Ordained Minister and have been an assistant pastor, youth minister and prison ministry volunteer. I followed my father into a career with the US Border Patrol and retired after 30 years. I was the founding Chaplain of the US Border Patrol Chaplaincy Program and also served in various capacities as a Program Manager and Assistant Chief at Headquarters in Washington DC. I am an advisory board member at our local pregnancy care center where volunteers help new and expectant mothers. I was the Chairman of the Val Verde County Republican Party and Committeeman for Senate District 19 in the (Texas) State Republican Executive Committee. I am a trained mediator and a facilitator for marriage & relationship enhancement.

  • We the People want American sovereignty first! Secure the US border, stop human & drug trafficking and keep our communities safe.
  • Fight the globalist infiltration in the federal government, resist big government encroachment into our lives and protect our Constitutional rights.
  • Rein in wasteful government spending, ensure wise stewardship of tax funds and help Americans overcome crushing economic pain.
Conservative issues in general; family, marriage, life.

Protect and care for our veterans.
Americans want smaller, less intrusive government.
Authoritarianism must not infringe our liberties!
Globalists and their ideologies are a threat to America's existence.

Inflation, the national debt and runaway spending are ruining our way of life.
Jesus Christ

Founding Fathers
Audie Murphy
Defenders at the Alamo
The Greatest Generation (WW2)

Any of these men because they were courageous, they did the morally right thing and realized the value and outcome of sacrificing for a greater good.
I served as a military policeman and a federal law enforcement officer. I am also an ordained minister. My life is built on the structure of law, order, truth and fidelity to my Oaths. The magnificence of our Constitution as the Law of the Land and the absolute truth of the Word of God are my anchors in life, especially in the swamps and cesspools of the political arena.

I believe in and always strive to adhere to the highest ideals of loyalty, moral courage, bravery and honor.
I am accountable to God and will one day stand before Him to give an account for my life.

I also desire to stand before my friends, family, neighbors and fellow Texans and Americans without guilt, shame or dishonor.
My personal guiding principles are: Love my Family, Serve my Nation, be an Honorable Man, Worship God.

My life, thoughts, words and deeds are based on this creed.
I want to be remembered as a man who loved his sons and cherished his wife.
Regarded as a good citizen who gave of his gifts, talents and abilities for the betterment of his fellow citizens.

I believe every generation has a monumental, defining moment which calls for true men to step forward, wearing the mantle of servant leadership. If such a moment comes, I'd like to be remembered as one who stepped forward.
Watergate and Nixon resignation.6-8 years old
US Army, Military Policeman 1984-1987
It is still the classic, Robinson Crusoe.
It features great themes of survival, ingenuity, hope, faith and God's providence.
Our Constitution is a masterpiece and in their wisdom, the Framers and Founders implemented the brilliant concept of a representative Republic.
Everyday Americans can run for the House to participate in national matters, demand accountability of the federal government bureaucracy, and write common sense legislation (only when necessary), while tending to the needs and concerns of district constituents.
It's beneficial because a moral person can guard against the pitfalls and dynamics of elected office, but not necessary to serve in office.
Fighting the growing infiltration of globalists into our government and society. Our sovereignty must be guarded to ensure we remain strong, prosperous and free.
Yes.
Term limits are needed. If Congress is unwilling, then I support a Convention of States to address this issue
No.
I have heard many accounts of the disastrous effects of the covid vaccine. People were threatened with terminations and adverse career records. Small business were severely impacted or economically ruined. America was plunged into fear and lockdowns. People suffered psychological harm, bad side effects and even death as a result of the vaccinations. Impactful? Yes, this is one of the darker periods in American history.
Any matter can be debated but core, foundational principles cannot be compromised.
I support repealing the 16th Amendment because Americans are being taxed, charged fees and fined out of their homes. I would be looking to lessen the burden on taxpayers and as a result, the opportunity to unite with likeminded representatives to use our unified vote for leverage. As a united block, we can vote affect the out of control spending which is so detrimental to life in the USA. We must be willing and able to say "no" to feeding the growing deficit and fraud, waste and abuse of federal tax dollars.
America has seen an alarming rise in the weaponization of government agencies. The authority (powers) endowed via the Constitution must not be abused. Congress' power to investigate must be judiciously used to prevent authoritarianism and abuse or disregard for of Americans' rights. Crafting of legislation may entail gathering information for consideration. I am in favor of Congress holding hearings, compiling documents, and calling witnesses for hearings, including issuing and enforcing subpoenas.
Raul Reyes, retired USAF Lt Colonel and former candidate for Congressional District 23.

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2022

Candidate Connection

Francisco Lopez completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Lopez's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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I was born in McAllen and raised in Alamo in the Rio Grande Valley of South Texas. I participated in the US Army Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps. I am a US Army Military Police Veteran and an Ordained Minister. I followed my father into the US Border Patrol and retired after 30 years as a Supervisory Border Patrol Agent. I was the founding Chaplain of the US Border Patrol Chaplaincy Program and also served in various capacities as a Program Manager and Assistant Chief at Headquarters in Washington DC. I am an advisory board member at our local pregnancy care center for new and expectant mothers.
  • Secure the US border, fight against human and drug trafficking and keep families in our communities safe.
  • Fight against socialism, resist growing government encroachment and protect our Constitutional rights.
  • Rein in wasteful government spending and help Americans overcome crushing economic pain.
Conservative issues in general; family, marriage, life. Americans want smaller, less intrusive government. Socialism is a threat to America's existence.
Jesus Christ

Founding Fathers
Audie Murphy
Defenders at the Alamo

The Greatest Generation (WW2)
The Declaration of Independence
The Holy Bible
Integrity

Honor
Servant Leadership
Accountability

Transparency
Accountability

Transparency
Honesty
Moral Courage

Faith in God
Represent the People as a wise steward of their federal tax dollars and stop the federal government's overreach into state issues. Honor and uphold the US Constitution. Be bold in defending America as the greatest NAtio in human history and on the face of the Earth.
I served my Nation in many capacities and served the people of this district with honor, dignity and courage.
Watergate and Nixon resignation.
US Army, Military Policeman 1984-1987
Robinson Crusoe.
It is a compelling story about survival, ingenuity, hope, faith and God's providence.
Everyday Americans can run for the House to participate in national matters, legislating appropriately, while tending to the needs and concerns of district constituents.
It's beneficial but not necessary.
Fighting the growing encroachment of globalists.
Veterans' Affairs

Homeland Security
Oversight and Reform

Small Business
I think a three year term allows for the Representative to focus more on the district versus being overly concerned with gettting re-elected.
Term limits are needed. If Congress is unwilling, then I support a Convention of States to address this issue.
The stories I hear are similar in many ways. Here is a composite: Americans living in the border regions love America, believe it is the greatest Nation on Earth, they are very patriotic, and they are people of faith, family and freedom. They disagree with the current administration's policies and consider them to be dangerous and destructive to our way of life. The invasion at the southern border has become a huge playground fro cartels, drugh and human trafficking and the exploitation of children. People live in a constant state of hyper-awareness and some fear illegal alien intrusions. The federal government is acting in a tyrannical manner and Americans do not trust their governmnet nor many of the agencies within.
Any matter can be debated but core, foundational principles must remain untouched.
It is primary method to affect the out of control spending which is so detrimental to life in the USA. We must be willing and able to say "no" to feeding the growing deficit and fraud, waste and abuse of federal tax dollars.

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Campaign finance summary

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Francisco Lopez campaign contribution history
YearOfficeStatusContributionsExpenditures
2024* U.S. House Texas District 23Lost primary$11,412 $12,379
2022U.S. House Texas District 23Lost general$34,352 $33,416
Grand total$45,764 $45,795
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete

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    2. ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on January 14, 2024


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