GEO Group in particular has donated to a number of sheriffs, mayors, and county commissioners in Texas over the years.

Perhaps unsurprisingly, several of the local officials who have accepted prison money have faced serious allegations of corruption on other matters.

Infographic titled “Private Prison Donations Are Bigger (and Smaller) in Texas.” It highlights political donations from private prison companies in Texas. Key points include:

Since 2021, Texas politicians have received over $217,000 from private prison PACs like GEO Group, CoreCivic, and Management & Training Corporation.

Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-Laredo) has taken over $200,000 from private prison interests since 2005 — more than any other member of Congress.

GEO Group donates at every level of Texas politics, from the governor to local officials.

At least eight Texas sheriffs have accepted private prison PAC donations, giving them influence over contracts and facility use.

The graphic encourages viewers to learn more at opensecrets.org, fec.gov, and boycottcitizens.org/texas.
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