HOUSTON – U.S. Rep. Al Green, D-Houston, says he plans to seek re-election next year but stopped short of confirming which congressional seat he will file for. Still, a flyer shared with KPRC 2 News for a Friday rally has “Vote for Al Green for District 18” and “Green for District 18,” adding to growing expectations that he will run in the newly redrawn 18th Congressional District.

When asked why now, Green said his focus is on the future not the races happening today.

“They will have voted, they vote today, and the power in hope. For others, for other seats. And so, I’m not engaged in that election that’s taking place now,” Green said.

In a phone interview with KPRC 2 News Rilwan Balogun, Green said he will work with whoever wins the 18 th Congressional District, one he expects will

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