Whitmire at 77 and the Age Question | Texas News

Houston’s 77-year-old mayor, John Whitmire, is eyeing a second term despite age being a growing political talking point—while he looks spry and keeps up his pace, younger challengers like 37-year-old Christian Menefee have already proven age can be a liability. With the next mayoral race just two years away, opponents may target Whitmire’s age, but his energy and decades of service suggest he’s not done yet—especially as recent losses in Sheila Jackson Lee’s district underscore how health and longevity shape Houston’s political landscape. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c0b7740b060679d8