Texas: Killeen Councilmember drops out of reelection (and presumably recall) scheduled for May 3

Killeen Councilmember Michael Boyd has dropped out of his reelection run and presumably the recall race as well. The recall has had made the ballot and was scheduled for May 3, 2025, the same day as his reelection race. It is not clear from the story what will happen with the recall. 

The recall seems to be part of an ongoing fight. which led to recall efforts against numerous officials, though the petitioner mentions (among many other things) a vote in favor of a new City Hall and a meeting with developers for which a disclosure form was not filed as well as violations of the First and Second Amendment. The petition itself seems to be a vague kitchen sink, with claims of failing to "listen to the citizens"; Violations of the "code of conduct" and "failure to meet primary standards and "abusing tax dollars."

Petitioners handed in 341 signatures and 218 were verified (50% of registereds). They needed 202. The recall would be held on May 3, 2025. 

The recall effort against Councilmember Jessica Gonzalez failed. They handed in 270 and needed 246 (50% of registereds). No word on how many were rejected.