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Judge Jorge Zambrano presented his qualifications and campaign message during a meet-and-greet event in Hidalgo County, where local judges, elected officials, attorneys, and community leaders gathered in support of his bid for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2, Place 1.
The event opened with formal recognition of county and municipal officials, setting a tone of political significance and institutional support. Attendees included other judges, county officials, school trustees, and leaders from the local legal and political community.
Zambrano’s introduction was delivered by Veronica Bernal, who described her professional experience working alongside him during his early years in public service. She said Judge Zambrano was “someone who listened, who was respectful, and someone who showed up,” adding that those qualities are essential, whether it’s public service, whether it’s education, or justice. Bernal also emphasized his connection to the community, saying that unlike people who “run from where they’re from,” Zambrano “runs towards it because they know the importance of giving back to the community that has shaped us.”
In his remarks, Judge Zambrano outlined what he described as a progression of public service roles that he believes uniquely prepare him for the justice of the peace position. “I started my service back about 10 years ago when I decided to run for the PSJAschool board at age 28,” he said. He explained that his decision was driven by concerns about education and poverty levels, stating that he wanted students in the community to have “an opportunity…to get out of the generational poverty that oftentimes students and families experience.”
Judge Zambrano said he served eight years on the school board, where decisions directly affected families and students. “At the school board level, we made decisions that positively impacted families, that impacted students,” he said. “I just love to do that.”
He also talked about his experience as a municipal judge, describing his work with attorneys, court staff, and law enforcement. “Rest assured that any person or any individual who goes to my courtroom is treated with dignity and respect,” Zambrano said, calling that principle central to his judicial role.
In addition, he referenced his working experience at the Zambrano Law Firm. He said his main goal at the firm was always to ensure that “every client that goes to us…is treated with dignity and respect in order to navigate the legal process correctly.” Zambrano said his experience in education governance, municipal judging, and working at a law firm “has shaped me into the person I am today.”
Judge Zambrano told attendees that he is seeking their support because he believes he is “the best candidate out there for justice of the peace precinct two, place one.” He emphasized accessibility as a central campaign promise, saying, “I want to let you know that I’m going to be available to you guys, that I’m going to be accessible to you guys.”
He said he plans to maintain an “open door policy,” adding that it would apply “whether you’re a lawyer, a bondsman, or a community member.” Judge Zambrano described the justice of the peace court as “the people’s court” and said he intends to represent the precinct “to the best of my ability.”
Judge Zambrano reminded the audience that early voting begins February 17, and that Election Day is March 3. He closed by thanking supporters for attending and expressing appreciation for their continued backing, saying their presence “means the world to me.”
