Texas City Council Candidate Arrested for Child Pornography Charges a Day Prior to Election

Brad Benson, who is also a member of the Granbury Volunteer Fire Department and a businessman, was apprehended following a search warrant executed at his residence revealing child pornography material; the Republican Party of Hood County has withdrawn its support following confirmation from law enforcement about the severity of the charges.

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.