Poncho Nevárez
| Poncho Nevárez | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Texas House of Representatives from the 74th district | |
|
Assumed office 2013 | |
| Preceded by | Pete Gallego |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
September 1, 1972 Eagle Pass, Texas |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Rossy |
| Residence | Eagle Pass, Texas |
| Alma mater |
University of Texas St. Mary's University, Texas |
| Occupation | Attorney |
| Website |
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Alfonso "Poncho" Nevárez. is a Democratic member of the Texas House of Representatives, serving since 2013. He won the seat after longtime incumbent Pete Gallego gave it up to make a successful run for the United States House of Representatives. In May 2017, fellow state representative Matt Rinaldi called Immigrations and Customs Enforcement officers on protesters.[1] He claims that Nevárez threatened his life during the incident; Rinaldi threatened his life during the incident.[2]
Personal life
Born in Bexar County, Texas, he is the son of Alfonso Nevarez Sr. and Guillermina Castillon.[3] Nevárez is the first member of his family to graduate from college.[4]
References
- ↑ http://www.mystatesman.com/news/state--regional-govt--politics/reversal-ice-confirms-fielding-call-about-protesters/YkILWfFN72fejttdtbrdrO/
- ↑ https://www.texastribune.org/2017/05/29/protesters-disrupt-house-proceedings-raise-opposition-sanctuary-cities/
- ↑ Texas Birth Index, 1903-1997
- ↑ "Rep. Nevárez, Poncho District 74". Texas House of Representatives. Retrieved 22 November 2013.
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