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Leaders of new Fort Bend LULAC chapter say fatal ICE shooting in Houston accelerated its launch
Summary by Tomball News Editorial Desk Melissa Enaje , as published by Houston Public Media
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway According to the US Census Bureau, they make up around 25% of the population, and this demographic is increasing.
A new chapter of the League of United Latin American Citizens, or LULAC, has been established in Fort Bend. The launch of this chapter was accelerated by a fatal shooting involving ICE in Houston. Latinos are a significant and growing part of the population in Fort Bend, a suburban county near Houston.
According to the US Census Bureau, they make up around 25% of the population, and this demographic is increasing. Further details about the new LULAC chapter and its goals are available from Houston Public Media.
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Category: local Published: July 30, 2026 Source: Houston Public Media Reading time: 1 min
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