Local Politics Reporter

The Houston Chronicle is seeking a sharp, well-sourced reporter based in Houston to cover the people who represent the Houston region in positions of power — and whether they are delivering. This reporter will focus on the region’s political ecosystem beyond City Hall: the local delegation in Austin and Washington, the leadership and strategy of local Democratic and Republican parties and the relationships that shape how the Houston area’s interests are advanced or sidelined. That includes close coverage of how leaders across the region engage with state leadership, including Gov. Greg Abbott, at a time when tensions between the state and Harris County continue to define the political landscape.