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Fort Bend Commissioner Grady Prestage says Daniel Wong no longer has authority as interim county judge
By Re'Chelle Turner, Rilwan Balogun, Gage Divin, Brittany Taylor at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 24, 2026
· 6 min read
Fort Bend County Precinct 2 Commissioner Grady Prestage says he will preside over Thursday’s Commissioners Court meeting after county officials concluded that Daniel Wong’s appointment as interim county judge expired following the dismissal of the civil lawsuit that led to his appointment.The mov...
Key takeaway “Yesterday, I and my fellow Commissioners were formally advised by County Attorney Bridgette Smith-Lawson that the legal basis for Daniel Wong’s appointment as interim judge is no longer valid,” Prestage said.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
The development in Fort Bend County government has significant implications for Magnolia residents, who rely on the county for various services and infrastructure. With Commissioner Grady Prestage set to preside over the Commissioners Court meeting, the county's operations are expected to continue uninterrupted, which is crucial for maintaining public safety, road maintenance, and other essential services in the area. The fact that Prestage, as the most senior member of the court, will be responsible for presiding over county business until a replacement is made, ensures continuity and stability in the county's decision-making process. This is particularly important for Magnolia, as the county's decisions on issues like transportation and economic development can have a direct impact on the community's growth and quality of life. As the situation unfolds, Magnolia residents will be watching closely to see how the transition in county leadership affects their local needs and concerns.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? Fort Bend County Precinct 2 Commissioner Grady Prestage says he will preside over Thursday’s Commissioners Court meeting after county officials concluded that Daniel Wong’s appointment as interim county judge expired following the dismissal of the civil lawsuit that led to his appointment.The mov...
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