Overview
- Brad Benson, a city council candidate from Granbury, Texas, was arrested a day before Election Day for possession of child pornography.
- The Republican Party of Hood County withdrew its support for Benson following confirmation of the charges from law enforcement.
- The arrest followed the execution of a search warrant at Benson's residence by the District Attorney’s Child Exploitation Unit, revealing child pornography.
- Benson is also a member of the Granbury Volunteer Fire Department and a businessman. His bond was set at a total of $200,000.
- Other candidates expressed their shock and concern over the allegations against Benson, particularly voicing concern for any children potentially harmed.