Midland County judge says he won’t resign after official calls for his removal

Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Tamlyn Price, KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) · July 21, 2026 · 4 min read

MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Midland County Judge Terry Johnson says he has no plans to resign after a Midland elected official called for him to step down. Yesterday, Midland elected official Brandon W. Hodges is calling on the Midland County Commissioners Court to seek the immediate resignation of C...

Why this matters in The Midland

The call for County Judge Terry Johnson's resignation by Midland elected official Brandon W. Hodges has significant implications for the community. If Johnson is found to have misused his office to release sensitive personal information, it could damage the public's trust in local government and its ability to protect citizens' data. This is particularly concerning in a region like the Permian Basin, where data security is crucial to the thriving technology and energy industries. The potential erosion of public confidence in data security could have far-reaching consequences, affecting not only individual citizens but also the local economy. As the Midland County Commissioners Court considers Hodges' demand for Johnson's resignation, they must weigh the severity of the allegations and the potential impact on the community's faith in its elected officials. The outcome of this situation will be closely watched by residents and business leaders alike, as it reflects on the integrity and accountability of Midland's government.

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Category: government · Published: July 21, 2026 · Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) · Reading time: 4 min

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Midland County judge says he won’t resign after official calls for his removal

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