Ericka Lomick, the Democratic nominee for Texas House District 93, announced she suspended her campaign.
The details
A news release from Lomick Sept. 21 stated she will no longer be running against Alan Blaylock in a special election and the general election, both of which are on the Nov. 3 ballot.
“After careful consideration, I have made the decision to suspend my campaign for House District 93,” she said. “Although it was not an easy decision, I am convinced that it was the right one for the people of HD 93.”
She added that the people of HD 93 should elect someone who can serve the district without the burden of defending against “attacks that would threaten to derail the business of the people.”
Texas House District 93 represents parts of Tarrant County, including a portion of north Fort Worth, Saginaw and Haslet.
According to previous Community Impact reporting, Lomick said she had more than 20 years of experience in business operations.
What else?
Lomick will remain on the ballot, according to a Tarrant County Election Administration spokesperson.
The Republican Party of Texas issued a comment from chairman D’rinda Randall the day after Lomick’s announcement, calling for a review of her application and alleging that Lomick provided false information regarding her status as a felon. Randall’s release stated that Lomick, then Ericka Flood, had a 63-month federal prison sentence.
Looking ahead
Early voting for the November general election begins Oct. 19 and runs through Oct. 31, with Election Day falling on Nov. 3.
