Attorney John Moore running for Gregg County DA

LONGVIEW — Attorney John Moore has announced his candidacy for district attorney in the Gregg County Republican Spring 2022 Primary Election. As quoted in a news release, Moore said if elected, “I will focus on being tough, but smart on crime while running an efficient, effective office. I hope to build on the strengths of the current District Attorney, Tom Watson’s, administration.” Watson has announced he won’t be seeking another term. Moore began his career as a Dallas police officer in 1987. He practices law throughout East Texas, with his main office location in Longview.