At-Large Position 4

Council Member Alejandra Salinas

Alejandra SalinasAlejandra Salinas is a third-generation Texan and nationally recognized attorney who is proud to call Houston home. Elected in December 2025, she is the first openly LGBTQ+ Latina ever elected to Houston City Council and the first Latina elected citywide in nearly 30 years. She is also the youngest member of City Council.

For nearly a decade, Alejandra has stood up for individuals and businesses in the courtroom. As a partner at Susman Godfrey, one of the nation’s top litigation firms, she has protected Harris County elections, challenged discriminatory school policies, and secured over a billion dollars for authors and publishers whose books were unlawfully copied by an artificial intelligence company.

As an At-Large Council Member, Alejandra brings her lifetime of advocacy to stand up for all Houstonians. She is focused on the fundamentals of local government: safe neighborhoods, affordable and reliable city services, and strong infrastructure that prepares Houston for the future. Read more ...