Legal TREND. Land Use. Billboards as Campaign Contributions?

Newly filed lawsuit:  Tony Buzbee vs. Sylvester Turner and Clear Channel Outdoor

Why? billboards concerning AlertHouston feature Mayor Turner

Why the campaign contribution argument? According to the attorney, Clear Channel needs the mayor’s help to amend a billboard ordinance. That led to a conspiracy for billboards across the city with Turner’s picture.

Want to read more? The suit was filed April 17 in Harris County District Court, case No. 2019-27094.

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