After comparing the 18 million voter list names with the SAVE database, 2,724 potential noncitizens who are registered to vote in Texas were identified, said the release.

With a tight contest expected, Whittle goes for the hyper local pitch that he IS Caerphilly, an approach followed slightly less tub-thumpingly by Tunnicliffe. All the candidates have given their closing statements. Hughes says all the parties there have had a chance. "The Green party is the new kid on the block," he says.

Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson said her office conducted a full comparison and citizenship verification of the state's voter registration list through the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' SAVE database.

In answering the question, Spack brought up the McGrath Square redevelopment project, which includes the removal of a house at the corner of Concord Road and Danforth Street. She also challenged Ward on his statement that he believes in open, clear and inclusive government.

In this ongoing series, Investigates correspondent Julie Watts presses candidates in the 2026 California governor's race on top issues including redistricting, immigration and homelessness.