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Fort Worth mayor, husband deny conflict of interest over data center lobbying
Summary by The Fort Worth Editorial Desk Cecilia Lenzen , as published by Fort Worth Report
· June 20, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the situation are available from the Fort Worth Report, including information about the husband's role and the consulting firm's clients.
A local activist's discovery has raised questions about a potential conflict of interest. The issue surrounds the mayor's husband and his work at a consulting firm. He is listed with the Texas Ethics Commission, prompting scrutiny of his employment.
The mayor and her husband have responded to allegations, denying any conflict of interest. His firm's client list has come under examination, with one client in particular drawing attention. Further details about the situation are available from the Fort Worth Report, including information about the husband's role and the consulting firm's clients.
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Category: government Published: June 20, 2026 Source: Fort Worth Report Reading time: 1 min
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